The U-20 World Cup 2025 enters its final chapter with a clash that promises intense emotions: Argentina and Morocco will dispute the world title next Sunday, October 19 at the Julio Martínez Prádanos National Stadium in Santiago de Chile.
It will be a historic clash between a traditional power in youth soccer and one of the great revelations of the tournament.
Two different paths, one goal
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The journey to the final of the U-20 World Cup was very different for both teams, but equally meritorious.
Morocco, playing in only their fourth U-20 World Cup, have surprised the world with solid soccer, defensive order and great resilience.
The Atlas Lions reached the final after beating France in a dramatic penalty shootout, following a 1-1 draw in extra time.
With only six goals conceded during the entire tournament, the African team boasts one of the best defenses in the competition and will be looking to lift the world trophy for the first time in this category.
For its part, Argentina returns to the final after 24 years of absence, consolidating a talented generation that has gone from strength to strength in the tournament.
The Albiceleste defeated Colombia by the narrowest of margins thanks to a goal by Mateo Silvetti in the final stretch of the match.
The South American team is seeking its seventh U-20 World Cup title, which would make it the winningest country in the history of the competition.
A historic final for youth soccer
It will be a historical clash
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Beyond the dispute for the U-20 World Cup title, this match represents a milestone in the history of youth soccer.
Morocco, a team with no history in finals at this level, has the opportunity to become the first African country to lift the trophy.
Their disciplined style and growth in youth tournaments reflect the development of African soccer in recent years.
Argentina, for its part, arrives with the pressure and the illusion of ratifying its historical dominance.
With young stars already being closely followed by European clubs, the team coached by Diego Placente represents the new generation of Argentine soccer, eager to return their country to the top of the world.
Dates, times and how to watch in the U.S.
The final of the U-20 World Cup will be played on Sunday, October 19 at 5:00 p.m. (U.S. Central Time/Mexico City).
The day before, Saturday, October 18, the match for third place between France and Colombia will be played at the same venue.
U.S. Hispanic fans will be able to follow the final live on major Spanish-language sports networks such as Telemundo Deportes and Universo, as well as streaming platforms with international coverage.
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