The Moroccan U-20 national team made history by reaching the FIFA U-20 World Cup final for the first time, marking a proud moment for the North African nation.

The Young Atlas Lions secured their place in the final after a dramatic 5-4 penalty shootout victory over France at the Elias Figueroa Brander Stadium in Valparaíso, Chile.

The semi-final clash was intense and evenly balanced, with both teams showing skill and determination. Youssef Anwar opened the scoring for Morocco with a composed finish that lifted his team’s confidence.

France responded strongly in the second half, finding an equalizer that pushed the game into a tense penalty shootout.

In the decisive moments, substitute goalkeeper Abdelhakim El Mesbahi became Morocco’s hero. His crucial save from France’s final penalty secured a historic win and sent Moroccan fans into wild celebrations.

This remarkable result sends Morocco to the U-20 World Cup final for the first time in the nation’s football history — a feat built on teamwork, resilience, and national pride.

The Young Atlas Lions will now face Argentina, who defeated Colombia in the other semi-final, in what promises to be a thrilling showdown for the world title.