Morocco U20 Team Shines in Mediterranean Games
The U20 Moroccan national football team, known as the Atlas Cubs, has made a remarkable advancement to the semi-finals of the Mediterranean Games football tournament. In an exhilarating match held at the Franco Fanuzzi stadium in Brindisi, Italy, they secured a stunning victory against North Macedonia with a scoreline of 5-1. This decisive win took place on Wednesday during the final group stage match, showcasing the team's prowess on the field.
The Moroccan goals were scored by Hamza Raji, who opened the score in the very first minute, followed by Ryan Zenibi in the 38th minute, Mohamed Monssef at the 59th minute, Karim Essaadi in the 79th minute, and Abdelghafour Gourari, who sealed the deal with a goal in the 85th minute. This dominant performance reflects the skill and determination of the young Moroccan players, who have shown their potential throughout the tournament.
Morocco's journey to the semi-finals did not start smoothly; they began with a challenging 2-2 draw against Turkey on the opening day, followed by a narrow defeat of 1-0 against Tunisia. However, their resilience and talent shone through in the decisive match against North Macedonia, propelling them into the knockout stages. The semi-finals are scheduled for Friday, August 28, at the Lacovone Stadium in Taranto, where Morocco will face the group B leader, which includes teams like Algeria, Italy, Albania, and Kosovo.
As reported by yabiladi.com.
