U20 World Cup Final: Six-Time Champions Argentina Meet History-Making Morocco
The stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to the 2025 FIFA U20 World Cup in Chile, as perennial favorites Argentina take on the tournament’s surprise package, Morocco. The final will be played at the historic Estadio Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos in Santiago. For Argentina, this is a chance to claim a record-extending seventh title, while Morocco are in their first-ever U20 World Cup final and are looking to make history.
The Teams
Argentina
The South American giants have been in formidable form throughout the tournament. They have won all six of their matches, scoring an impressive 15 goals and conceding only twice. Their journey to the final has been marked by dominant performances, including a 4-0 thrashing of Nigeria in the round of 16 and a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Colombia in the semi-finals. With a squad boasting a wealth of talent from top European clubs, Argentina are the clear favorites to lift the trophy.
Morocco
The Atlas Lions have been the revelation of the tournament. After a tough group stage that saw them lose to Mexico, they have gone on an incredible run in the knockout stages. They have shown immense character and determination, securing narrow victories against South Korea and the USA, before a dramatic penalty shootout win over France in the semi-finals. Morocco’s success has been built on a solid defense and a potent attack that has found the back of the net in every knockout game.
Predicted Lineups
Argentina (5-4-1): Santino Barbi; Dylan Gorosito, Tobías Ramírez, Tomás Pérez, Juan Manuel Villalba, Julio Soler; Milton Delgado, Valentino Acuña; Maher Carrizo, Gianluca Prestianni and Alejo Sarco.
Morocco (4-2-3-1): Abdelhakim El Mesbahi, Taha Majni, Ismaël Baouf, Ismail Bakhty, Fouad Zahouani; Naïm Byar, Yassine Khalifi; Othmane Maamma, Hossam Essadak, Gessime Yassine y Yassir Zabire.
Odds
The bookmakers have Argentina as the clear favorites to win the final. Here are some of the latest odds:
- Argentina to win: -136
- Morocco to win: +392
- Draw: +231
- Over 2.5 goals: +131
- Under 2.5 goals: -181
Match Prediction
This promises to be a fascinating final between two teams with contrasting styles. Argentina’s attacking prowess will be put to the test against Morocco’s resolute defense. While the South Americans are the favorites on paper, the Atlas Lions have shown that they are more than capable of causing an upset. Expect a tight and tense affair, with a single moment of brilliance potentially deciding the outcome.
