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Jajá helps Brazil qualify for the U-20 World Cup

Midfielder converts penalty in dispute after 0-0 draw with Uruguay

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Brazil had a tough match against Uruguay, but managed to advance to the next stage of the U-20 World Cup. After a 0-0 draw, the Brazilians converted all their shots and saw Uruguay miss one. Jajá, a starter in the match, converted his alongside Andreas, Lucão, Danilo, and Gabriel Jesus.

With his shot, the Flamengo midfielder hit the left corner, and goalkeeper Guruceaga got a touch on the ball, but couldn't prevent the goal. During the match, the Flamengo midfielder had chances to open the scoring as early as ten minutes into the first half and with a free kick in the 30th minute of regulation. After 90 minutes, he had another chance with a shot in the ninth minute of extra time. The quarterfinal opponent is already set: Portugal, who eliminated New Zealand.

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