- Kendry Páez and Kervin Andrade are two of the standout players in the tournament.
- The tournament runs from January 23 to February 16.
This Thursday marks the start of the CONMEBOL Sub20 2025, featuring the participation of the 10 CONMEBOL national teams. The tournament will be held in four venues: Cabudare, Valencia, Caracas, and Puerto de la Cruz, and will award four spots for the U20 World Cup to be held this year in Chile (already qualified as hosts).
Among the standout players in the tournament are Kendry Páez and Kervin Andrade, who were part of the 12 players under 20 who competed in the CONMEBOL Copa América 2024™.
Kendry Páez (Ecuador)
The number 10 played all the matches for the Ecuadorian national team in the CONMEBOL Copa América 2024™: he started in all four games and scored a goal against Jamaica. He is a regular starter for the senior national team, with 17 matches played.
Páez, who already played in a U20 World Cup in 2023, is 17 years old and will move from Independiente del Valle to Chelsea when he turns 18 (mid-year).
Kervin Andrade (Venezuela)
The midfielder debuted for the senior national team in 2024 and saw minutes in the CONMEBOL Copa América 2024™, coming off the bench against Jamaica.
As the leader of the tournament hosts, Andrade enters the tournament at 19 years old with extensive club experience, being one of the standout players for Fortaleza. Last year, he played in the CONMEBOL Sudamericana, reaching the quarterfinals and scoring a goal in the international competition.
What Are the Groups for the CONMEBOL Sub20?
Group A includes Venezuela, Uruguay, Paraguay, Chile, and Peru.
Group B includes Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Argentina, and Bolivia.
When Does the CONMEBOL Sub20 Start?
The tournament kicks off this Thursday, January 23, with two Group A matches: Peru vs. Paraguay as the opening game, followed by Venezuela vs. Chile.
On January 24, Group B matches will feature Bolivia vs. Ecuador and Brazil vs. Argentina.
