Suriname’s U-20 national team delivered a commanding performance against French Guyana, securing a decisive 2-0 victory that positions them at the summit of Group A in the ongoing tournament. The young Surinamese squad demonstrated remarkable discipline and strategic maturity throughout the match, mirroring their previous game’s approach with controlled buildup play and calculated offensive maneuvers.
The breakthrough came in the 19th minute when striker Xavi Dors capitalized on precise combination play, finding space to finish clinically and give Suriname a well-deserved lead. The first half saw Suriname maintain dominant possession with fluid ball movement and constant searching for open teammates, while French Guyana’s defense struggled to contain the offensive pressure despite preventing additional goals before halftime.
Maintaining their systematic approach in the second half, Suriname continued creating numerous scoring opportunities. French Guyana’s goalkeeper made several impressive saves to deny a second goal temporarily. However, Dors sealed the victory in the 76th minute with alert anticipation after the opposition goalkeeper mishandled a wide pass. The composed striker controlled the ball expertly and finished with ice-cold precision.
Dors’ double brings his tournament tally to six goals, establishing him as one of the competition’s most prolific scorers. This victory reinforces Suriname’s position as group leaders, showcasing their stability, organization, and efficiency—key factors boosting confidence for the tournament’s latter stages. The young Natio squad remains firmly in contention for continued success as they progress through the competition.