HIBAPRESS – Casablanca
The Spanish newspaper AS praised the Moroccan national team under the age of twenty after their historic victory in the World Cup in Chile, considering that "no one can stop the ambition of the Moroccans" before adding: "What confidence they have", in reference to the mental strength and fighting spirit that characterized the players' performance throughout the tournament.
The newspaper confirmed that the Moroccan team showed the character of the champion team from the early stages, where they played with rare confidence in the youth category, and outperformed large teams in an organized and collective manner that reflects a remarkable tactical maturity. AS pointed out that this Moroccan generation has proven that African football is no longer a surprise, but has become a real competitor for titles, after combining individual skill, defensive discipline, and offensive effectiveness, which made every opponent they faced come out with one impression: "It is difficult to defeat these boys." The newspaper added that the player Yasser Zbeiri was a symbol of Moroccan ambition, after scoring a decisive brace in the final against Argentina, while the coach proved his efficiency in utilizing the energies of his players in a smart and balanced way. AS concluded its article by saying that this title was not a coincidence, but the result of a clear football project and a long-term vision, stressing that "Morocco today not only dreams, but knows exactly how to turn its dream into reality on the green grass".
