Zurich –
Argentina was officially appointed to host the 2023 U-20 World Cup. Tango Country replaced Indonesia as host.
The news was announced on the official FIFA website. The World Football Organization said Argentina was chosen after Indonesia was stripped of its host status.
“FIFA is delighted to announce that this year’s edition of the FIFA U-20 World Cup will take place in Argentina, as the home of the world champions opens its doors to future world football superstars,” said FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
“I would like to thank the AFA (Argentine Football Federation) and in particular its President Claudio Tapia, as well as the government authorities, for their commitment to hosting this extraordinary event in such a short time.”
“The Under-20 World Cup plays a key role in FIFA’s efforts to promote youth football around the world. Since 1977, the tournament has featured some of the greatest players of recent decades, including Diego Armando Maradona, Lionel Messi, Paul Pogba, Erling Haaland and many others. “Having this year’s edition taking place in a country that lives and breathes football will be a great inspiration for the stars of tomorrow,” said Infantino.
With Argentina being elected, the 2023 U-20 World Cup will still be held as scheduled, namely May 20 to June 11. While the group phase draw will be held on April 21 at the FIFA headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland.
Argentina has indeed moved after Indonesia was stripped of its hosting status in holding the 2023 U-20 World Cup. The federation’s swift action, plus government support, made the event meet its new host.
Previously, Indonesia actually canceled holding it. FIFA removed host status after turmoil occurred in the country, which was triggered by the refusal of the Israeli national team to play in Indonesia. Apart from being stripped of host status, Indonesia was also subject to a FIFA sanction, namely not receiving FIFA Forward football development assistance funds.
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