The excitement continues in Managua with the Trophy + Handball SCA U18 Men. The Polideportivo Alexis Argüello experienced a vibrant second day with the triumph of Brazil, Chile, Argentina and Uruguay.
We share with you the highlights of day 2:
Group A
Wednesday began with a resoundingWednesday began with a resounding victory for Brazil, Brazil, who showed an overwhelming superiority over Guatemala from the from the very first moment, quickly reaching an imposing 12-0 lead. The speed of the Brazilian game left Guatemala without answers, who went to the break with an adverse score of 21-2.
In the second half, Brazil continued to dominate and finished the match 49-9, securing their place in the semifinals.securing their place in the semifinals. Tomorrow they will play against Chile for the top of the group.
Luis Silva was Brazil’s top scorer with 11 goals, while Javier Ortiz scored 3 for Guatemala.while Javier Ortiz scored 3 goals for Guatemala.
Another of the matches was Chile and Colombia in a tight duel. La Roja started with a 3-0 lead, taking advantage of quick counterattacks, but Colombia adjusted its defense and with the remarkable performance of its goalkeeper Jeronimo Sanchez, managed to equalize the score halfway through the first half.
Chile went into halftime with a slight lead, and in the second half took control again thanks to their offensive precision. Chilean goalkeeper Felipe Jofre was key to keeping the score level.
Finally Chile won 21-17, also securing its place in the semifinals.
Agustín Serrano and Sebastián Ramos, stood out with 3 goals each, while in Guatemala Cristobal López and Samuel Salazar scored 6 goals each.
Group B
In the afternoon, Argentina showed its dominance by defeating Paraguay with a clear 42-17. The team coached by Rodolfo Jung, started with a quick 3-0 partial.
Paraguay was unable to maintain its rhythm and towards the end of the first half, the Albiceleste took the initiative and increased the offensive pressure, achieving a comfortable 18-7 lead.
In the second half, Argentina completely controlled the match, sealing a 42-17 victory over the Paraguayans and qualifying over the Paraguayans and qualifying to the semifinals. This Thursday they will face Uruguay to define the leadership of the Group.
Argentina’s IkerLazcano was the game’s leading scorer with 8 goals, while Javier Martinez led the offense with 6 goals.
The last game of the day pitted Nicaragua vs. in a duel that started off evenly matched.
However, the Uruguayans gradually took advantage of the Nicaraguan team’s mistakes and showed great effectiveness in their attacks.
With quick transitions and ball steals, Uruguay went into halftime with a favorable score of 19-8.
In the second half, the home team improved their defense in an attempt to close the gap, but the Charrúa’s precision continued to extend the lead.
The match ended with a score of 39-27 in favor of Uruguay, securing their participation in the semifinals of the tournament.
Matias Gonzalez scored 6 goals for the celeste, while Oscar López and Jezreel Sinclair scored 5 goals each.
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This Thursday, the excitement continues in Managua, do not miss the definition of the teams heading to the semifinals.
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By Camila Miranda Torres.
