Morocco's U-20 Dynamos Eye World Cup Glory in Chile Final
17 October 2025
Road to Chile's Final
Morocco’s under-20 team, known as the Ashbal Atlas, delivered one of the most historic moments in recent Moroccan football by reaching the FIFA U-20 World Cup final in Chile, becoming the first Moroccan side to reach a global final under FIFA’s umbrella.
It was no fluke but the result of a long-term, collective effort. The young Atlas eliminated powerhouses such as Brazil, Spain, Korea, the United States, and France, carving their names into the history books of Moroccan, Arab, and African football.
Wahbi's Breakthrough and the Path Forward
By defeating France in the semi-final, the team opened a new chapter. Coach Mohammed Wahbi became the first Moroccan to guide a national team to a FIFA World Cup final at youth level, a testament to a rising project that echoes the legacies of Moroccan coaches who paved the way.
Hopes and expectations surged after this landmark win, underscoring Wahbi’s belief that the mission was bigger than any single contract or individual glory.
European Interest and the Road Ahead
European scouts flooded the team’s base during the tournament, evaluating the youngsters for potential moves. Wahbi kept a firm focus on the collective goal, telling players to delay talks about futures until after the final whistle. If the team lifts the trophy, the federation plans rewards and even a special flight bridge to Santiago for supporters, while eyes turn toward the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics for the next chapter.
From a near-miss at Africa U-20 in Egypt to a Chilean final, Wahbi’s journey highlights a Moroccan project hungry for global glory. The federation’s leadership has shown faith, and Wahbi has kept his pledge to bring glory to the nation.
Our team is heading to Chile to bring back the Cup, Wahbi declared on Moroccan TV, underscoring a bold confidence that has electrified fans. European club interest poured in, but the coach emphasized the primacy of the collective goal: return with the World Cup trophy.
With the backdrop of a historic run, there is talk of extending Wahbi’s tenure with long-term contracts and opportunities to lead the Olympic team in LA 2028, as several talented players are earmarked for promotion to the senior and Olympic squads.
Two key lines from the moment: The path to glory is built on teamwork first and dream big, and the future of Moroccan football could well be shaped by this very cohort of U-20 players.
Two light punchlines to end on a smile: If these kids keep sprinting like this, my sofa will file for a transfer to the trophy cabinet. And if Morocco wins, I’ll finally admit my predictions were slower than their runs—my Wi‑Fi will have to upgrade to keep up with the highlights.
