Morocco beats Argentina to clinch its first Under-20 World Cup title

In a historic triumph, Morocco secured its maiden Under-20 World Cup title by defeating Argentina 2-0 in Santiago, Chile, on Sunday. Striker Yassir Zabrini emerged as the hero of the match, netting two crucial goals in the 12th and 29th minutes. This victory marks Morocco as the first African nation to claim the U20 World Cup since Ghana’s win in 2009. The Moroccan team showcased exceptional skill throughout the tournament, topping their group against formidable opponents such as Spain, Brazil, and Mexico. They continued their dominance in the knockout stages, overcoming South Korea, the United States, and France. For Argentina, this match marked their first defeat in the competition, dashing their hopes of securing a record seventh title. Despite the absence of key players Claudio Echeverri (Bayer Leverkusen) and Franco Mastantuono (Real Madrid), Argentina managed to reach the final, but Morocco’s relentless performance proved insurmountable.