U.S. U-20 Team Falls to Morocco in Quarter-Finals, Ending World Cup Hopes

The U.S. U-20 team’s hopes for World Cup glory ended with a 3-1 loss to Morocco in the quarter-finals, marking a fifth consecutive failure at this stage.

In the quarter-finals of the U-20 World Cup on Sunday, the U.S. team suffered a 3-1 defeat to Morocco in Rancagua, Chile, ending their tournament run.
Despite controlling 73% of possession, the U.S. managed only three shots on target, illustrating a lack of offensive efficiency against Moroccos defense.
This loss continues a trend for the U.S. U-20 team, as they have failed to progress past the quarter-finals for five straight tournaments, highlighting ongoing challenges.

Why It Matters

This defeat underscores the ongoing struggles of U.S. soccer at youth levels, raising questions about the development pathways for young talent amidst strong competition from teams like Morocco and others, including established soccer nations like France.