Atlas Cubs Defy Odds, Claim Historic U20 World Cup Victory
Morocco's U20 national team makes history by winning the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup, defeating six-time champions Argentina 2-0 to win the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup. Yassir Zabiri scores a brace to seal the victory.
In the second half, Zabiri had a golden opportunity to seal his hat-trick, but his curling shot just grazed the post...
Morocco's historic victory saw them defeat Argentina 2-0, claiming their maiden FIFA U20 World Cup title and making history as the first Arab nation and second African country to achieve this feat. Yassir Zabiri's brace in the first half was the catalyst for Morocco's triumph, as they outplayed the six-time world champions.
The Atlas Cubs, led by coach Mohamed Ouahbi, showcased exceptional skill and determination throughout the tournament. Their impressive campaign culminated in a deserved 2-0 win over Argentina, with Zabiri's goals proving decisive in the final.
Argentina entered the final with an impressive unbeaten record, having won all six matches with a remarkable goal difference of 15-2. Their opponents, on the other hand, had shown remarkable resilience, scoring 10 goals and conceding 5 en route to the final.
The match got off to a frenetic start, with both teams displaying attacking flair. The Africans took the lead in the 12th minute when Zabiri was fouled by Argentine goalkeeper Santino Barbi after breaking free on goal, leaving the crowd in suspense.
Following a VAR review, Barbi was given a yellow card for the foul on Zabiri. The resulting free-kick proved pivotal as Zabiri delivered a stunning curling shot into the top corner, giving Morocco a well-deserved lead. Argentina pushed hard for an immediate response, but Morocco's defense held firm, frustrating Diego Placente's team.
The Atlas Cubs sealed their dominance just before the 30-minute mark, scoring their second goal and putting the game out of Argentina's reach. This crucial strike gave Morocco a two-goal cushion, setting the stage for a historic victory.
Mateo Silvetti and Gianluca Prestianni had promising moments for Argentina before halftime, but their efforts ultimately didn't pay off.
In the second half, Zabiri had a golden opportunity to seal his hat-trick, but his curling shot just grazed the post. Meanwhile, Argentina's Ian Subiabre, who came on as a substitute, blazed his shot over the bar from a promising position. Despite Argentina's possession dominance in the final stages, they couldn't breach Morocco's defense, thanks to impressive goalkeeping from Ibrahim Gomis.
Best Goalkeeper Award: Santino Barbi from Argentina was recognized for his outstanding goalkeeping skills, earning him the Best Goalkeeper award before the medal ceremony.
Fair Play Trophy: The United States team demonstrated exceptional sportsmanship and discipline, taking home the Fair Play trophy.
Tournament's Best Player: Othmane Maamma, the Moroccan starlet who also plays for Watford, was named the tournament's best player, showcasing his exceptional skills throughout the competition.
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