فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Introduction: A Historic Moment for Moroccan Football
The Moroccan national team under 20 years old faces a decisive match against Argentina in the final of the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup today, Sunday, October 19, 2025 (early Monday, October 20), at the Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Pradanos in Santiago, Chile. This event marks an unprecedented achievement for the “Atlas Lions” as Morocco reaches the final of this global tournament for the first time, aiming to win the title and write a new chapter in Moroccan football history.
Match Details
- Kick-off Time: The match starts at 00:00 Moroccan time (02:00 Cairo and Riyadh time, 03:00 Abu Dhabi time), which corresponds to 20:00 local time in Santiago.
- Venue: Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Pradanos, with a capacity exceeding 50,000 spectators.
- Referee: Italian Mauricio Mariani, assisted by a professional officiating team.
- Live Broadcast: The match can be followed on Al Aoula (terrestrial broadcast), Moroccan Sports Channel (Arryadia TNT), and the free-to-air beIN Sports channels (beIN Sports HD 1 and HD 2) with commentary by Moroccan commentator Jawad Badah. The match is also available via the beIN Connect app and FIFA digital platforms.
Road to the Final
Morocco: A Remarkable Rise
Led by coach Mohamed Wahbi, Morocco delivered an exceptional performance throughout the tournament. They topped their group, defeated South Korea (2-1) in the round of 16, the United States (3-1) in the quarterfinals, and achieved a dramatic penalty shootout win (5-4) over France after a 1-1 draw in the semifinals, thanks to the excellent goalkeeping of Abdel Hakim Msabhi. The team relies on stars such as Yasser Zoubiri (3 goals, playing for Famalicão in Portugal), Saad El Haddad, and Houssam El Sadeq. However, they face a challenge with the absence of their main goalkeeper Yanis Benchouch due to injury, with Ibrahim Gomez (Olympique Marseille) as the starter.
Expected Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Goalkeeper: Ibrahim Gomez
Defense: Ali Maamar, Ismail Baouf, Ismail Bakhti, Fouad Zehwani
Midfield: Othman Maâmâ, Naím Pier, Houssam El Sadeq, Saad El Haddad
Attack: Yassin Jassim, Yasser Zoubiri
Argentina: A Historical Powerhouse
Argentine team holds a record six titles (latest in 2007) and has a strong track record in the tournament. They topped their group with a perfect record, then defeated Nigeria (4-0) in the round of 16, Mexico (2-0) in the quarterfinals, and narrowly beat Colombia (1-0) in the semifinals. The team features solid defense (only two goals conceded) and an effective attack led by Alejo Sarhjo (4 goals, Bayer Leverkusen) and Matéo Silveti (3 goals, Inter Miami).
Expected Lineup (4-3-3):
Goalkeeper: Santino Barbi
Defense: Gorusito, Ramirez, Perez, Vialba
Midfield: Subiari, Acuña, Delgado
Attack: Maher Carrizo, Alejo Sarhjo, Matéo Silveti
Match Significance
Morocco’s arrival in the final is historic, making it the second Arab team (after Qatar 1981) and third African team (after Ghana and Nigeria) to reach this stage. Argentina aims to reinforce its historic dominance in the tournament. The match presents a balance between Moroccan fighting spirit and Argentine experience, promising a thrilling encounter.
Additional Support and Match Atmosphere
Chilean star Alexis Sánchez’s comments boosted Moroccan morale, inviting Chilean fans on Instagram to support the “Atlas Lions” at the stadium. This support may contribute to an enthusiastic atmosphere in Santiago, especially with Chile hosting the tournament.
Cultural and Social Impact
In Morocco
The match is a national event uniting Moroccans in cafés and public squares, with expectations of a large audience watching on screens. This achievement continues the rise of Moroccan football after the senior team’s successes in the 2022 World Cup (fourth place) and the 2024 Paris Olympics bronze.
In Chile
Sánchez’s call may encourage strong attendance supporting Morocco, strengthening sports solidarity between the two countries.
Globally
The final spotlights the rise of African and Arab football, with global anticipation to see if Morocco will become the second African team to win the title after Ghana in 2009.
Match Predictions
Expect a balanced match: Morocco relies on counterattacks and defensive organization, while Argentina boasts strong attack and solid defense. Morocco’s biggest challenge is the absence of their main goalkeeper, while Argentina banks on their attacking stars to secure the win.
Conclusion
Football fans anticipate an extraordinary match combining Morocco’s ambition and Argentina’s expertise. With live broadcasts on multiple channels, fans are set for a historic football night. Will the “Atlas Lions” make history by winning their first global title, or will Argentina strengthen its golden record? The answer will be revealed early Monday in Santiago.
