CAF pays glowing tribute to Morocco’s U20 World Champions: “A golden generation inspiring all of Africa”
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has paid a heartfelt tribute to Morocco’s U20 national team following their historic triumph at the World Cup in Santiago, Chile. In an official statement published on its website, the continental body hailed “a legendary victory” and “an achievement that will forever be remembered in the history of African football.”
“Morocco has written its name in gold among the great footballing nations of the world,” CAF declared, describing the win as an accomplishment that transcends sport to become “a source of inspiration for all African youth.”
By defeating Argentina 2-0 in Sunday night’s final at the Julio Martínez Prádanos Stadium, the young Atlas Lion Cubs delivered Morocco’s first-ever world title in the U20 category. Match hero Yassir Zbiri, who scored both goals, was named Best Player of the Final and won the Golden Boot with five goals in the tournament.
Under the guidance of coach Mohamed Ouahbi, the Moroccan side impressed with its tactical maturity, discipline, and creative attacking play — a perfect balance between rigor and talent, built on years of groundwork by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF).
CAF also praised Morocco’s individual honors that highlighted their dominance: Othmane Maamar, crowned as the tournament’s Golden Ball winner, and Yassir Zbiri, who also earned the Silver Ball — shining symbols of an exceptional generation.
This global triumph, coming just months after Morocco’s appearance in the U20 Africa Cup of Nations final, confirms the country’s continued rise in world football. “This success is no coincidence, but the result of a clear strategy based on training, discipline, and the Royal vision for sports development,” CAF concluded.
With this victory, Morocco not only stands atop the world but also opens a new chapter in African football history — establishing the Kingdom as a continental model of excellence and success.
Translated from Abderrazzak Boussaid’s French article – le7tv
