The 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile came to a thrilling end with Morocco emerging as champions after a convincing 2-0 victory over Argentina in the final. The win not only sealed the North Africans’ first-ever title at this level but also underlined their growing influence in world football.
The match, played at the iconic Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos, was decided in the first half, with winger Yassir Zabiri scoring both goals to hand Morocco a historic win. The young Atlas Lions were dominant throughout the tournament, combining tactical discipline with attacking flair to outclass some of the biggest football nations on their way to the top.
Among the standout performers was Othmane Maamma, whose consistent brilliance earned him the Golden Ball as the tournament’s best player. His creativity, composure, and leadership in midfield were central to Morocco’s success.
The United States also had reason to celebrate, as Benjamin Cremaschi walked away with the Golden Boot, having finished as the tournament’s top scorer. The American forward’s clinical finishing and intelligent movement in front of goal made him one of the standout players in Chile.
Argentina, despite falling short in the final, had their goalkeeper Santino Barbi named the Golden Glove winner, a reward for his outstanding performances between the posts throughout the competition. His reflex saves and command of the box were instrumental in helping Argentina reach the final.
Elsewhere, Colombia’s Neyser Villareal took home the Silver Boot, while Lucas Michal of France earned the Bronze Boot, completing the list of top scorers. Milton Delgado of Argentina claimed the Bronze Ball, finishing behind Morocco’s duo of Maamma and Zabiri, who won the Golden and Silver Ball respectively.
In recognition of their discipline and positive play, the United States also received the Fair Play Award, highlighting their sportsmanship throughout the tournament.
Below is the complete list of winners at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile:
- Golden Ball: Othmane Maamma (Morocco)
- Silver Ball: Yassir Zabiri (Morocco)
- Bronze Ball: Milton Delgado (Argentina)
- Golden Boot: Benjamin Cremaschi (USA)
- Silver Boot: Neyser Villareal (Colombia)
- Bronze Boot: Lucas Michal (France)
- Golden Glove: Santino Barbi (Argentina)
- Fair Play Award: USA
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