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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.
This landmark triumph not only secures the trophy for Morocco but also signals a shift in the global football landscape, inspiring a new generation. A New Dawn.

Sources: Goal