Rabat – Fouzi Lekjaa, head of Morocco’s football federation, said the U20 World Cup win was the result of King Mohammed VI’s broad plan to improve football, which began with the Skhirat Symposium that set a clear path for developing the sport in the country.
In a televised statement following Morocco’s 2–0 victory over Argentina, Lekjaa said: “Congratulations to the Moroccan people, and to the Arab and African nations for this global victory. But above all, we dedicate this trophy to the first sportsman of the nation, His Majesty the King—may God protect him.”
He continued: “Thanks to His Majesty’s strategic and holistic vision since the Skhirat Symposium, where he defined the foundations and roadmap for developing sports in general and football in particular, achievements have continued across various areas, following an inclusive approach, especially in training.”
Lekjaa added: “The starting point was the Mohammed VI Academy, which now produces champions year after year, whether those who played in Qatar or the heroes who just won the World Cup. The academy continues to embody this comprehensive vision through ongoing achievements in training and coaching development.”
He concluded: “Today, we’re winning titles thanks to Moroccan coaches like national team manager Mohamed Ouahbi, who was trained and shaped within Morocco’s football system. This proves that His Majesty’s vision for sports development is truly holistic and far-reaching.”
This victory is the result of years of investment and planning by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF). The federation focused on youth academies, infrastructure, and coaching development.
The Mohammed VI Football Academy played a key role in producing top talent, many of whom featured in this tournament.
