Morocco Defeat Argentina 2–0 To Claim First-Ever U-20 World Cup Title

Morocco etched their name into football history on Sunday night after defeating Argentina 2–0 to win the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Santiago, Chile.

The North Africans delivered a stunning performance at the Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos, becoming the first Arab nation to lift the prestigious youth trophy.

Yassir Zabiri was the star of the show, scoring twice in the first half to seal the victory. The 19-year-old midfielder opened the scoring in the 12th minute with a brilliant free-kick that left Argentina’s goalkeeper rooted to the spot. He doubled the lead 17 minutes later with a composed finish inside the box after a swift counterattack.

Despite Argentina’s dominance in possession, the South Americans struggled to penetrate Morocco’s rock-solid defense. Every attempt to find a breakthrough was frustrated by the disciplined Moroccan backline, supported by their impressive goalkeeper, who pulled off several key saves.

The final whistle sparked wild celebrations as Morocco’s players and coaching staff embraced on the pitch, knowing they had achieved a momentous feat. The victory not only secured Morocco’s first-ever U-20 World Cup title but also underscored the nation’s rapid rise as a global football force.

Across Africa and the Arab world, fans celebrated the triumph as a symbol of hope and progress for the region’s football development. Morocco’s success adds to their growing list of historic milestones, proving once again that their footballing renaissance is far from over.