The match in Chilean Valparaiso took place in a tense struggle. In the 32nd minute, the Africans took the lead after an own goal by French goalkeeper Lysandre Olmetta. During the execution of the penalty shot by Yassir Zabiri, the ball hit the post, and then the goalkeeper’s back, after which it ended up in the goal net.
After the break, France regained the balance thanks to a precise strike from Luca Michal, who converted Moussa Dabo’s cross.
Neither team could score in overtime, so everything was decided in a series of post-match penalties. The Moroccans made five out of six attempts, while the French made four. Gillian N’Gessan made a decisive miss.
Thus, Morocco U-20 will play in the final of the Youth World Cup for the first time in history. The opponent will be the winner of the match between Argentina and Colombia.
U-20 World Cup. Semifinal
October 15, 2025, Valparaiso (Chile)
Morocco U-20 – France U-20 – 1:1 (pen. 5:4)
Goals: Lisandro Olmeta, 32 (own goal) – Luca Michal, 59
Missed penalty: Yassir Zabiri, 32 (Morocco)
VIDEO. Curious goal of Morocco from the penalty from the goalkeeper’s back
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Source: sport.ua