National and international media continue to highlight the historic achievement of Morocco’s U-20 national team, which has reached the World Cup final for the first time in this age category, currently being held in Chile. This milestone represents a new chapter of glory in the history of Moroccan football.
L’Economiste emphasized that coach Mohamed Wahbi’s squad is following an unprecedented path, inspired by the Atlas Lions’ performance in the 2022 Qatar World Cup semi-finals, marking the first time an Arab and African team has reached such heights. The newspaper also noted that Moroccan football is experiencing an exceptional period of achievements, as the senior national team secured its sixteenth consecutive victory, a global record unmatched even by football powerhouses like Brazil or Argentina.
Libération highlighted that this achievement strengthens Morocco’s exceptional global football momentum, reflecting a solid football project based on harmony, determination, and continuous development. Al-Ahdath Al-Maghribia noted the maturity and resilience of an extraordinary generation capable of overcoming challenges, while Rissalat Al-Ummah emphasized the historical significance, positioning Morocco among the continent’s top football nations.
Arabic-language newspapers pointed out that Morocco is the third African country, after Ghana and Nigeria, to reach the U-20 World Cup final, continuing an upward trajectory that began with the 2022 Qatar World Cup and was confirmed by the bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Al-Bayan focused on the enthusiastic atmosphere at the “Elías Figueroa Brander” stadium in Valparaíso, where Moroccan fans played a key role in motivating the players, giving the victory a deep popular and emotional dimension. Similarly, Al-Haraka highlighted the nationwide celebrations, reflecting a collective sense of pride.
Other newspapers, including Al-Nahar Al-Maghribia and Al-Sahra Al-Maghribia, linked this success to a long-term national project by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation and the Mohammed VI Academy, which has trained a disciplined generation ready to compete with the world’s strongest teams.
Le Matin focused on tactical aspects, noting that the Atlas Lions could exploit Argentina’s weaknesses through organized defense and quick movements, while Al-Ittihad Al-Ishtiraki connected this achievement to the continuity of successes beginning with the 2022 World Cup and the 2024 Olympics.
Al-Sabah highlighted individual performances, noting that FIFA named player Othman Maâma the best player in the semi-final against France, his second recognition after the quarter-final against the United States. Maâma affirmed his commitment to representing Morocco at his best, while goalkeeper Abdelhakim Msabahi promised to give his all for winning the trophy.
The media anticipate a fiercely contested final against Argentina, the most decorated team in this category with six titles, aiming for a seventh, making the match open to all possible outcomes.
