### Morocco Makes History: First Under-20 World Cup Title Morocco's youth national soccer team achieved a historic milestone by winning their first FIFA Under-20 World Cup title on October 20, 2025. The final match, held at the Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos in Santiago, Chile, saw Morocco defeat Argentina 2-0, marking a significant achievement for the North African nation. Striker Yassir Zabrini was the standout player, scoring both goals in the first half, which ultimately secured the victory against a team that was aiming for its seventh title in this category. This win not only highlights Morocco's growing prowess in international soccer but also makes them the first Arab nation and only the second African team to lift the Under-20 World Cup trophy, following Ghana's success in 2009 [https://www.graphic.com.gh/sports/sports-news/morocco-stun-argentina-to-clinch-their-first-ever-fifa-u-20-world-cup-title.html, https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6732176/2025/10/19/argentina-morocco-u20-world-cup-yassir-zabiri]. ### Breakdown of the Historic Victory 1. **Match Overview** - Morocco faced Argentina in the final, a highly anticipated match given Argentina's historical dominance in the tournament. - The match concluded with a score of 2-0 in favor of Morocco, with both goals scored by Yassir Zabrini in the 12th and 29th minutes [https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/morocco-argentina-u20-world-cup-q72182]. 2. **Significance of the Win** - This victory is monumental as it marks Morocco's first Under-20 World Cup title. - Morocco becomes the first Arab nation to win this title and only the second African nation to do so, showcasing the rise of African football on the global stage [https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20251020-morocco-beat-argentina-to-win-first-ever-u-20-world-cup-title]. 3. **Match Statistics** - The final was attended by over 40,000 fans, many of whom were expecting Argentina to secure their seventh title. - Morocco's defense was solid, preventing Argentina from creating significant scoring opportunities throughout the match [https://www.vavel.com/en-us/soccer/2025/10/19/1238188-argentina-vs-morocco-live-updates-in-u-20-world-cup-final.html]. ### Supporting Evidence of Morocco's Triumph - **Goals Scored**: - Yassir Zabrini scored both goals for Morocco, demonstrating his skill and composure under pressure. - **Attendance**: - The match attracted a crowd of over 40,000, indicating the high level of interest and support for both teams [https://www.graphic.com.gh/sports/sports-news/morocco-stun-argentina-to-clinch-their-first-ever-fifa-u-20-world-cup-title.html]. - **Historical Context**: - Morocco's win is a significant achievement in the context of African football, as they join Ghana as the only African nations to win the Under-20 World Cup [https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20251020-morocco-beat-argentina-to-win-first-ever-u-20-world-cup-title]. ### Conclusion: A New Era for Moroccan Football **Morocco's victory in the Under-20 World Cup is a landmark achievement that signifies the country's growing influence in international soccer.** 1. **Historic Win**: Morocco defeated Argentina 2-0, marking their first title in this category. 2. **Significance**: They are the first Arab nation and the second African nation to win the Under-20 World Cup. 3. **Future Implications**: This victory could inspire future generations of Moroccan players and elevate the status of Moroccan football on the world stage [https://www.graphic.com.gh/sports/sports-news/morocco-stun-argentina-to-clinch-their-first-ever-fifa-u-20-world-cup-title.html, https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6732176/2025/10/19/argentina-morocco-u20-world-cup-yassir-zabiri].