Morocco’s U-20 side produced one of the biggest shocks of the FIFA U-20 World Cup after defeating five-time champions Brazil 2-1 at the National Stadium in Chile to secure qualification to the round of 16.
The Atlas Cubs now sit on six points from their opening two games, sending waves of pride across Africa as they emerge as the continent’s leading contenders for glory. For Africa, still chasing a second U-20 world crown since Ghana’s famous 2009 triumph, Morocco’s performance has raised fresh hopes.
The victory also evoked memories of Morocco’s historic 2022 FIFA World Cup semifinal run in Qatar, with the youngsters replicating the fearless spirit of their senior counterparts. After edging European heavyweights Spain in their opening match, Morocco’s latest result has further underlined their credentials in the so-called “group of death.”
Making a return to the U-20 World Cup after two decades, Morocco are reminding the football world of their pedigree. Their best performance remains a semifinal finish in 2005 in the Netherlands, but Thursday’s triumph over Brazil suggests that another historic campaign could be in the making.
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