Canada advances to CONCACAF U-20 quarterfinals after draw with Jamaica

In the final Group C match of the CONCACAF U-20 Championship in Puebla, Mexico, Canada and Jamaica finished 2‑2. Jamaica took the lead through Toronto FC prospect Jahmarie Nolan, but Canada equalised via a deflected shot by Valter Sedin and later went ahead with a penalty by Marius Aiyenero. A late penalty by Sean Leighton secured the draw for Canada, which advanced to the quarter‑finals on a superior +3 goal difference.

Meanwhile, the United States U‑19 men’s team topped its group by defeating Cuba 5‑0. Goals came from Ruben Ramos Jr, Alexander Shaw, Brandon Dayes, Josh Torquato and Dylan Vanney. The win gave the U.S. a perfect group record and a place in the knockout stage. Both results shape the quarter‑final line‑up of the regional tournament.