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US, Mali, Serbia, Senegal advance to U20 quarterfinals

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) -- Goalkeepers became heroes as the United States beat Colombia 1-0 and Senegal beat Ukraine 3-1 on penalties in a dramatic opening to the knockout rounds of the Under-20 World Cup on Wednesday.

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Ibrahima Sy saved three penalties as Senegal, in their first-ever appearance at the U20s, beat Ukraine in a penalty shootout after they were 1-1 at the end of extra time.