Soccer: Argentina win under-20 final

TORONTO - Mauro Zarate grabbed an 86th minute winner as Argentina triumphed in the world under-20 soccer championship for the sixth time, coming from behind to beat the Czech Republic 2-1 on Monday (NZ time).

After a scrappy first half, the Czechs took the lead on the hour through Martin Fenin's brilliant shot on the turn.

Two minutes later Argentina drew level through striker Sergio Aguero, the tournament's top scorer with six goals, who coolly converted after latching on to a delightful through ball from playmaker Ever Banega.

The game looked to be heading for extra-time until Zarate cut in from the left and beat Czech keeper Radek Petr at the near post with a fierce shot from the edge of the area.

Argentina have now won five of the last seven editions of the competition.

- REUTERS