Third late goal sends U20 Boyz through to quarterfinals

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Gregory Bryce - Staff ReporterJournalist at Jamaica Gleaner

August 2, 2026

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Third late goal sends U20 Boyz through to quarterfinals

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The U20 Reggae Boyz confirmed their spot in the quarterfinals of the Concacaf Men’s U20 Championship after a late penalty from Sean Leighton rescued a point in a 2-2 draw against Canada to ensure Jamaica finished second in Group C.

Jahmarie Nolan opened the scoring for the young Reggae Boyz with a strike in the 21st minute.

Canada pulled level through Valter Sedin in the 56th minute before Marius Aiyenero gave the Canadians the lead in the 79th.

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