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Moroccan U-20 Team Shocks France, Reaches Historic World Cup Final
16 Oct
Summary
- Morocco reaches U-20 World Cup final for the first time
- Defeated France 5-4 on penalties after 1-1 draw
- Goalkeeper Benchaouch's save secures Morocco's victory
On October 15, 2025, Morocco's U-20 national team made history by securing a spot in the final of the 2025 U-20 World Cup. In a thrilling semifinal match against France, the North African side fought to a 1-1 draw after regulation and extra time, before prevailing 5-4 in a tense penalty shootout.
Morocco took the lead in the 32nd minute when a VAR-confirmed penalty was converted, only for France to equalize in the 59th minute. Despite France having more possession, Morocco created the better chances throughout the match. The game went to penalties, where France missed their second attempt, hitting the post. Morocco also missed their fourth penalty, but goalkeeper Benchaouch stepped up to save the decisive spot-kick from N'Guessan, securing the 5-4 victory for his team.
This remarkable achievement surpasses Morocco's previous best performance in the U-20 World Cup, when they reached the semifinals in 2005. The young Moroccan side now awaits the winner of the other semifinal between Argentina and Colombia in the final, set to take place on October 18, 2025.
