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Yangel Herrera, Venezuela defeat Uruguay on penalties, advance to U20 World Cup final

New York City FC’s Yangel Herrera provided what would be the decisive spot kick as Venezuela bested Uruguay in a penalty shootout in Daejon, South Korea to earn a spot in the championship match of the U20 World Cup.

Uruguay held a 1-0 lead for nearly the entirety of the second half through Nicolas de la Cruz, but late substitute Samuel Sosa struck a masterful free kick one minute into stoppage time to keep the dream alive for la Vinotinto.

All three of Venezuela’s knockout-round matches have been tied after 90 minutes.