Ukraine’s first victory at FIFA competition was perfect since they were the only team that never lost during the tournament, 5 wins, and one draw (image credit: 112 International)

U20 World Cup: Ukraine wins over Korea 3-1 in the final match

Ukraine successfully got its first-time champion title after successfully defeating South Korea 3 -1 during the final match at stadium Miejski Widzewa Łódź on June 15.  

An early goal happened just 5 minutes after the match started, Lee Kangin successfully converted a penalty, making the Taeguk Warriors team led the game. In the 34th minute, Vladyslav Supriaha scored a goal making an equalizer for the Ukraine team. The first half game ended with score 1-1.

Ukraine led the match in the second half after Supriaha second goal in the 53rd minute. South Korea’s dream to get the World Cup’s trophy had to vanish after a late goal coming from Heorhii Tsitaishvili in the 89th minute, securing the titles for Ukraine.  

Ukraine’s first victory at FIFA competition was perfect because they were the only team that never lost during the tournament, 5 wins, and one draw.  

Both of Ukraine and South Korea were first-timers in the final match since their first appearance at FIFA men's tournament. In semifinal matches, South Korea went well to the final after beating Ecuador, while Ukraine won over Italy 1-0. 

Although Korea failed to bring the trophy, the 18-years-old Lee Kang In awarded the Golden Ball as the best player of the tournament.

Source: http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/sports/2019/06/661_270675.html