Morocco’s U20 team etched its name into football history after a stunning 2-0 victory over Argentina in Santiago, Chile, to claim the FIFA U20 World Cup title. The triumph was powered by two standout performers: Yasser Zubairi, who clinched the Golden Boot with five goals, and Othman Maâma, crowned the tournament’s best player.
Zubairi delivered when it mattered most, scoring both goals in the final against Argentina at the Julio Martínez Prádanos National Stadium.
His clinical finishing and relentless drive confirmed his status as one of the brightest young talents in world football.
Despite having a couple of goals disallowed earlier in the tournament, Zubairi never let up, securing the top scorer award and Morocco’s place in history.
Maâma, meanwhile, was the creative heartbeat of the Atlas Cubs. His vision, composure, and decisive contributions earned him the Golden Ball. Time and again, Maâma dictated the tempo, turning tight matches into Moroccan triumphs.
This victory is monumental: Morocco becomes only the second team from North Africa and the Middle East to reach a U20 World Cup final, after Qatar in 1981, and the first to lift the trophy.
The Atlas Cubs’ journey was marked by tactical discipline, fearless attacking play, and unwavering support from fans who traveled from across the globe. Even Chilean crowds embraced Morocco, creating an atmosphere that propelled the team to glory.
With Zubairi and Maâma leading a golden generation, Morocco’s win is a statement that the Atlas Cubs are ready to roar on the world stage.
