It’s a golden night for Moroccan football. Morocco has been crowned U20 World Champion after an impressive 2-0 victory over Argentina at the Julio Martínez Prádanos Stadium in Santiago, Chile.
A historic achievement that highlights the rise of a generation shaped by the Mohammed VI Football Academy, the cornerstone of King Mohammed VI’s vision for a world-class football nation.
Mohammed VI Academy, where champions are made
Behind this triumph lies a long-term project: the Mohammed VI Academy. Founded in 2009 under the guidance of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, the academy has trained most of the players in this golden team. Discipline, technical excellence, and collective intelligence define this institution, now considered one of the finest in Africa.
Head coach Mohamed Ouahbi emphasized: “This title is the result of years of structured work — a clear example of Morocco’s belief in its own youth and local talent.”
Zabiri, the symbol of Moroccan excellence
The star of the final, Yassir Zabiri, a product of the Mohammed VI Academy, was the undisputed hero. With a spectacular brace (15th and 28th minutes), including a stunning free-kick and a perfect volley, Zabiri sealed Morocco’s victory. His five goals earned him the Golden Boot, embodying the new face of Moroccan football — confident, creative, and fearless.
A vision fulfilled
This World Cup title follows the remarkable rise of Moroccan football: the senior team’s 2022 World Cup semifinal, the U23 AFCON victory, and strong performances by the U17 and women’s national teams.
All of these successes share one root — the royal vision and investment in training and infrastructure, embodied by the Mohammed VI Academy.
The rise of a footballing nation
This triumph is more than a sporting achievement; it’s the validation of a national project. From Salé to Santiago, Morocco has proven that with planning, structure, and belief, its football dreams can conquer the world.
The Mohammed VI Academy stands as the beating heart of this historic success.
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