FIFA U-20 World Cup: Where to watch South Africa U20 vs Portugal U20 live on May 31, 2019

May 31, 2019 By Ali M.

Topics: TV Schedules, South Africa U20. Portugal U20, FIFA U-20 World Cup

Portugal is eyeing a spot in the next round but could miss out should things go wrong again South Africa. Here's everything you need to know about this showdown.

What is the position of South Africa and Portugal on the Group F table?

While Portugal has something to play for, South Africa is all but out of the competition. They currently sit in the fourth spot and will need a huge victory over Portugal, accompanied by a heavy defeat for South Korea against Argentina, to keep their hopes of making the next round alive. However, having picked up zero points from the first two group-stage games, there's nothing to suggest they will beat their European opponent.

As for Portugal, progression to the next round is within reach. They sit in third after that loss to Argentina but trail second-placed South Korea by goal difference only. They need to better their Asian rival's result to leapfrog them into second.

What is the form of South Africa in contrast to Portugal's?

South Africa is without a win in their last three games and has tasted victory only once in their last five, that sole triumph coming against Nigeria. As a result, it comes as little surprise to see the situation the African nation finds themselves in at the FIFA U-20 World Cup.

As for Portugal, they have lost only twice in their last 13 games in all competitions. Those two defeats came at the hands of Germany and Argentina. They beat South Korea, the side they are fighting with for a spot in the knockout stage, in their opening game and will be keen on beating them in the standings.

Key player to watch in South Africa U20 vs Portugal U20

Francisco Trincão, Portugal U20: Trincão and his team-mates came out of the clash with Argentina with a disappointing result but he has shown enough potential to bounce back. He was at the heart of the victory over South Korea and should inspire his nation once more.