Rabat- After Morocco’s historic 2–0 win over Argentina in the FIFA U20 World Cup final, Lionel Messi shared a message of support for Argentina’s young players.
Messi wrote: “Heads up boys. You had an amazing tournament, and even though we all wanted to see you lift the Cup, we’re left with the joy of everything you gave us and the pride of seeing how you defended the sky blue and white with your hearts.”
Messi’s message came after Morocco became the first team in 42 years to defeat Argentina in a U20 World Cup final. The Atlas Cubs scored twice in the first half, with Yassir Zabiri netting a free kick and a volley to secure Morocco’s first World Cup title in history.
Former Barcelona and Chile national team star Arturo Vidal joined the wave of international praise for Morocco’s U20 World Cup win.
In an Instagram story shared after the final, Vidal applauded the Atlas Cubs for their impressive performance, calling their run in Chile “incredible.”
The final was held in Chile, where Moroccan and Chilean fans filled the stadium and gave strong support to the Moroccan national team.
Argentina had been one of the top teams in the tournament, scoring 15 goals and keeping clean sheets in all knockout games. But Morocco’s performance surprised them and earned them global praise.
