
The Digest:
Morocco’s Under-20 national team has made history, defeating Argentina 2-0 in the final to win their first-ever FIFA U-20 World Cup. The victory at Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos was sealed by a stunning first-half performance from winger Yassir Zabiri, capping a remarkable tournament run for the North African side.
Key Points:
- Yassir Zabiri scored both goals for Morocco in the first half of the final.
- The 20-year-old winger put his team ahead in the 12th minute and doubled the lead shortly after.
- Argentina, who had reached the final by defeating Colombia, could not mount a comeback in the second half.
- Morocco's path to the trophy included a semi-final victory over France.
- Colombia secured third place by beating France 1-0 in the earlier play-off match.
- The win marks a significant milestone for African football on the global stage.
- The victory sparked celebrations across Morocco and the broader African continent.
Sources: Goal