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U.S. Under-20 Men Exit 2005 FIFA World Youth Championship After Falling 3-1 to Italy in Enschede, Holland

June 21, 2005

The U.S. Under-20 Men’s National Team's strong run through the 2005 FIFA World Youth Championship ended today following a 3-1 defeat to Italy in the Round of 16 at Arke Stadium in Enchede, Holland. The U.S. actually led 1-0 at the half on a Hunter Freeman penalty kick, but couldn't contain Italy's impressive strike Graziano Pelle in the second as he guided the Azurri to well-earned spot in the tournament quarterfinals.