The U-20 national team
The Atlas Cubs’ triumph is not an accident of sport but the fruit of long-term reform, vision, and investment in Moroccan youth.
The royal reception of Morocco’s U-20 World Champions by Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan was more than a gesture of congratulations — it was a symbolic moment in the story of a nation that has made youth and sports a pillar of its development strategy.
Strategic Reform and Modern Infrastructure
The team’s victory stands as “the culmination of a far-reaching strategic vision” and “the fruit of comprehensive reform launched with the Royal Message to the National Conference in Skhirat.”
Under HM King Mohammed VI’s guidance, Morocco has built one of the most advanced sports infrastructures in Africa and beyond. The Mohammed VI Football Complex in Maâmoura, described as “one of the finest sports centers in the world”, symbolizes this ambition.
Moreover, “the creation of more than 7,000 neighborhood football pitches across the Kingdom has democratized access to the sport and opened opportunities to all categories of society”.
A Comprehensive and Sustainable Success
Reaching the World Cup final itself was “strong evidence of the success of this comprehensive approach”.
And the U-20 world title serves as “confirmation that Moroccan excellence is not circumstantial, but a sustainable and inclusive success that cements Morocco’s status as a great footballing nation on the global stage”.
This victory represents the tangible results of a consistent royal vision: Morocco’s commitment to education, discipline, and the belief that sports can drive both national pride and social cohesion.
Source: MAP