BOGOTA, Colombia - Oscar scored a hat-trick to lead Brazil to a 3-2 win over Portugal in extra time to win the Under-20 World Cup on Saturday.

Oscar got the winner in the 111th minute, lobbing a shot from the right that was tipped by Portugal keeper Mika onto the underside of the crossbar before going in. He also scored in the 5th minute, and again in the 78th.

Alex had levelled in the 9th minute for Portugal and Nelson Oliveira's 59th minute goal temporarily put the Europeans ahead. Brazil fought back to take their fifth U-20 title, having been the runners-up two years ago. Portugal were seeking their third title.

"This really makes us happy, because now we have matched the record of the senior team," said Brazil coach Ney Franco, referring to the five World Cups Brazil's top side have won.

Portugal coach Ilidio Vale said the result was "not completely just" but acknowledged Brazil's "high quality team".

"Congratulations to Brazil as the champions. Brazil is a happy winner and Portugal is an unhappy loser."

Asked about Ilidio's claim of injustice, Franco replied: "I disagree. The trophy is in our locker room."

Brazil were the clear favourites for the match between former colony and coloniser, but it was an even contest from start to finish, with only the brilliance of Oscar making the difference.

Oscar made the difference with his three goals - his first three of the three-and-a-half-week tournament - in a performance that is sure to bring the big European clubs knocking on the door of the 19-year-old Internacional playmaker.

In Saturday's third-place playoff, Mexico defeated France 3-1.