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banner Monday, 9 July, 2001, 11:00 GMT 12:00 UK
Argentina win World Youth trophy
D'Alessandro was coached through the River Plate's youth programme
Derek Boateng of Ghana tackles Andres D'Alessandro who could be joining a top European club

Ghana were also losing finalists in the 1993 tournament
Diego Colotto opened the scoring with a sixth minute volley to shock Ghana's defence

The youth side delighted the home crowd at the José Amalfitani stadium.
Andres D'Alessandro taunted the Ghanaian defence with his skill and pace

Barcelona have recently bid £17.8m for the stiker
Javier Saviola gave Argentina their second goal after 14 minutes, his 11th in the tournament

Ghana missed a penalty in the 89th minute to add to their despair
After a third goal from Rodriguez sealed victory and gave Argentina their fourth youth victory

Argentina celebrated in front of 40,000 fans
The youth side averaged four goals per match and fully deserved their win

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