Argentina got off to a winning start Friday on the opening day of the Under-20 World Cup Football, but old rival Brazil had to settle for a 1-1 draw against a quick and spirited Egypt. Erik Lamela's second-half goal lifted Argentina to a 1-0 victory over Mexico in Group F. Lamela, who is headed to Italian club Roma from River Plate, broke from midfield in the 71st minute and blasted a shot inside the far post, beyond Mexico goalkeeper Carlos Lopez. Brazil took the lead by in the Group E opener but Egypt equalized and spurned good opportunities to take a surprise win. In other games, England and North Korea drew 0-0 in Group F, while Austria and Panama played a scoreless draw in Group E. Argentina's victory will be welcome in a proud football country that has been having problems. The senior national team was ousted from the Copa America in the quarterfinals, prompting the firing of coach Sergio Batista. Under-20 coach Walter Perazzo has acknowledged his job may also be on the line if Argentina does not make the semifinals. Argentina has won five of the past eight U20 World Cups, and six overall – the most by any nation. Mexican football is having a great year. The senior team won the Gold Cup. It also won the Under
