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Group A of the 2026 Maurice Revello Tournament is wide open heading into this June 5 fixture at Brann Stadion in Bergen. Colombia U19 sit bottom of the table with zero points after a 3-5 opening defeat to Saudi Arabia U21, while China U19 occupy fourth place on three points, having beaten Saudi Arabia U21 1-0 before being hammered 0-3 by D.R. Congo U23. Both sides need a result, which makes this one of the more unpredictable clashes of the group stage. Colombia’s César Torres will want a reaction from his side after that heavy opening loss, and the fact that Colombia scored three goals even in defeat suggests they carry a real attacking threat. China U19 under Dejan Djurdjevic showed they can grind out results, but their 0-3 collapse against Congo raises questions about their defensive solidity.
For Colombia, keep an eye on the forwards who drove that 3-goal return against Saudi Arabia. The team’s 4-3-3 setup is built to press and attack in transition, and if their midfield can control tempo, they have the tools to hurt China. For China, midfielder Miao Rundong is the player to watch: he logged 90 minutes against Congo, picked up a yellow card, and leads the team in ball-winning activity with multiple interceptions and a high loss-ball count that shows he is constantly involved in the game’s physical battles.
Hot stat: China U19 have recorded 8 interceptions in their most recent match, which reflects a defensive-minded structure, yet they still conceded three goals against D.R. Congo U23, suggesting their defensive organisation breaks down under sustained pressure.
| 🏆 Tournament: | Maurice Revello Tournament 2026, Group A |
| 🏟 Venue: | Brann Stadion, Bergen, France |
| 🗓️ Date: | 05.06.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 15:00 CEST |
Colombia U19 vs China U19 Prediction
Both teams are under pressure to collect points, and neither can afford another defeat if they want to progress. Colombia’s 4-3-3 is an attacking formation that suits a team chasing a result, and their recent record in youth tournaments shows they can score against strong opposition. China’s 4-4-2 is more structured and compact, but they were torn apart by Congo’s direct play, and Colombia’s forwards should find space behind their defensive line.
China’s pass accuracy in their last match sat at a modest 305 out of 369 passes, which is a sign of a team struggling to maintain possession under pressure. Colombia, despite the 3-5 loss, showed they can produce goals. We predict a Colombia win in what should be an open, goal-heavy game. The value lies in backing over 2.5 goals, as both sides have shown they can score and both have shown defensive vulnerabilities.
China committed 11 fouls in their last recorded match, which will hand Colombia set-piece opportunities. Colombia’s 4-3-3 is aggressive in pressing and will look to win the ball high up the pitch, which tends to generate corners and free kicks. China’s yellow card count is low so far, but their physical midfield approach, led by players like Miao Rundong, means bookings are likely as the pressure mounts in a must-win context.
- We predict Colombia U19 to win this match, given their attacking output and China’s recent defensive collapse.
- Over 2.5 goals is the standout value bet, with both teams having shown they can score and concede freely.
- Both Teams to Score Yes is worth backing, as China did score against Saudi Arabia and Colombia netted three against a strong side.
- Corners Over 8.5 looks reasonable given Colombia’s wide 4-3-3 and China’s tendency to sit deeper and invite pressure.
| 🔥 Hot Tip: | Colombia U19 to Win & Over 2.5 Goals |
| ⚽ Total Goals: | Over 2.5 |
| 💥 Both Teams To Score: | Yes |
| 🎯 Total Corners: | Over 8.5 |
Team Analysis
Colombia U19 have played just one match in the last 30 days and they lost it, a 3-5 defeat to Saudi Arabia U21 in their tournament opener. Their broader form line reads lwwlwl, showing inconsistency but also a capacity to string wins together. Looking further back, they beat Uruguay U19 2-1 and Chile U19 3-0 in previous youth tournaments, and they even defeated Argentina U19 2-0, which underlines their quality on a good day. The 3-5 loss to Saudi Arabia was damaging on the scoreboard, but scoring three goals in that game is not a sign of a toothless side. César Torres will need his backline to tighten up considerably, as conceding five in one match is not a platform to build from.
China U19 enter this fixture having played two Group A matches, winning one and losing one. Their 1-0 win over Saudi Arabia U21 was a controlled, disciplined performance, but the 0-3 defeat to D.R. Congo U23 exposed how quickly they can unravel when opponents press with intensity. Prior to the tournament, they lost 2-4 to Australia U19 before beating the same side 1-0 in a rematch, and they drew 0-0 with Uzbekistan U19. Their win rate over six matches this year is 50%, which is respectable at this level, but the quality of their performances has been inconsistent. Dejan Djurdjevic’s 4-4-2 is reliant on a compact defensive shape, and when that shape is broken, they look exposed.
Most Recent Head-to-Head Matches
There is no recent head-to-head data available between Colombia U19 and China U19 in our database. The table below reflects the most recent available individual match statistics for each team.
| Statistic | Colombia U19 | China U19 |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 3 (vs Saudi Arabia U21) | 0 (vs D.R. Congo U23) |
| Total shots | N/A | N/A |
| Free kicks | N/A | N/A |
| Corner kicks | N/A | N/A |
| Total fouls | N/A | 11 |
| Pass accuracy (%) | N/A | ~83% (305/369) |
| Interceptions | N/A | 8 |
| Offsides | N/A | 1 |
🚨 Check out our dedicated Colombia U19 vs China U19 stats page for more info.
Pre-game Odds and Win Probability: Match Too Close to Call
- Moneyline Colombia U19 N/A | China U19 N/A
- Draw N/A
- Over/Under Over 2.5 N/A | Under 2.5 N/A
- BTTS (both teams to score) Yes N/A | No N/A
No bookmaker odds are currently available for this fixture. Based on the team rankings and recent form, Colombia U19 hold a marginal edge at world club ranking 19478 versus China U19’s 19792, though the gap is narrow. Given China’s recent defensive frailty and Colombia’s attacking output even in defeat, the smart money points toward Colombia winning and the match producing at least three goals. When odds do surface, the Over 2.5 goals market and a Colombia win should offer the best value.
China U19. Source: Official Facebook
Possible Starting Lineups
Colombia U19 Possible Starting Eleven
Detailed lineup data for Colombia U19 is not available from our current dataset. César Torres has consistently deployed a 4-3-3 formation across recent matches, which gives the team width through the flanks and a pressing forward line. The three forwards who contributed to the three-goal haul against Saudi Arabia U21 are the players to watch, and the midfield trio will need to do a better job of protecting the backline than they did in that opener. Colombia’s best performances in this dataset came when they pressed high and played direct, and Torres is unlikely to change that approach.
China U19 Possible Starting Eleven
- GK: Fan Mengtong
- DF: Huang Shenghao, Yue Ruijie, Deng Jiefu, Guo Wuyue
- MF: Jiang Yixiang, Miao Rundong, Yang Zhanpeng, Xie Chujun Alexander
- FW: Wei Xiangxin, Jia Weiwei
Dejan Djurdjevic has rotated his goalkeeper options between Fan Mengtong and An Zhicheng, with Ihsen Ilham also appearing in goal. Fan Mengtong gets the nod here based on availability. The back four is anchored by Huang Shenghao, who played a full 90 minutes against Congo and leads the defensive unit in passes and interceptions. In midfield, Miao Rundong and Jiang Yixiang form the engine room, both playing full games and accumulating the most involvement. Yang Zhanpeng picked up a yellow card in 61 minutes, so he is a booking risk in this match too. The 4-4-2 shape gives China defensive solidity in theory, but as the Congo result showed, it can be overrun when the opposition plays with pace and directness.
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Colombia U19. Source: Official Facebook
TipsGG Match Prediction
This is a genuinely difficult fixture to call on paper, but the underlying data points in one direction. Colombia U19 scored three goals in their opening loss and their 4-3-3 is built to attack, while China U19 shipped three goals to D.R. Congo and looked disorganised without the ball. China’s 11 fouls and 8 interceptions in that Congo match tell the story of a team that was chasing the game and losing the physical battle. Colombia’s form line, though inconsistent over a longer stretch, includes wins over Argentina U19 and Uruguay U19, which is quality opposition at this level.
We predict Colombia U19 to win 2-1, with both teams scoring and the match exceeding 2.5 goals. Colombia’s attacking press should expose China’s backline, and China will likely grab one goal on the counter, which is their most productive attacking pattern based on their 1-0 win over Saudi Arabia. The corners market is worth watching too, as Colombia’s wide forwards will push China back and generate crossing opportunities throughout the match.
