TDue to the precociousness prevalent in today’s soccer world, there were no major “cracks” in the tournament. However, the U20 World Cup still attracts some of the best talent in the fishing world. For this reason, we have selected 20 of the most outstanding talents for this 2025 edition, which ended with the first crown in Morocco’s history.
For FIFA, Osman Maama (Morocco) became the Golden Ball of the competition ahead of his compatriots Yasir Zaviri and Milton Delgado (Argentina). The Golden Glove Award went to Santino Balbi (Argentina), and the Golden Boot Award went to Benjamin Kremaski (USA), who shared it with Nazer Villarreal (Colombia) and Lucas Michal (France).
Morocco and Argentina attracted attention. However, players from Colombia, France, and Spain. Mexico, Japan and the United States also shined.
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Pablo Garcia (Spain / Real Betis)
A “devil” with a purpose. Although he is left-handed, he started as a right winger. He returned to Spain with two goals and one assist.
Gilberto Mora (Mexico/Tijuana)
The third youngest player at the World Cup (16 years old) came out of the Gold Cup victory and left with three goals and two assists. He watches soccer before the holidays.
Benjamin Kremaski (USA/Parma)
golden boots. Although he was eliminated in the quarterfinals, he was involved in more goals than anyone else, scoring five goals and providing two assists. The former Inter Miami midfielder showed good touch, instincts and decisiveness.
Oumane Maamma (Watford/Morocco)
golden boy. He scored one goal and recorded four assists. The Moroccan right winger is reminiscent of the original CR7. Bicycle kick, backheel assist…he’s very powerful.
Yasir Zabiri (Famalicao/Morocco)
silver ball. Always a nuisance with the pressure and his runs. Morocco’s number 9 scored 5 goals, including 2 in the final, and created 3 more goals (own goals).
Milton Delgado (Boca Juniors/Argentina)
His Bronze Ball is his reward for his work. The Boca Juniors midfielder was the mainstay of the Argentina national team. He never stopped recovering and always tried to play positive. He provided two assists.
Nicer Villarreal (Milonarios / Colombia)
Ney, the top scorer in the South American Championship, has become even stronger. He scored two goals in the Round of 16 and three goals in the quarterfinals against Spain. He missed the semifinals due to suspension. Powerful in space.
Lucas Michal (Monaco/France)
His five goals in seven games earned him the Silver Ball. He led France, whose physical strength had declined, to the semi-finals. He showed speed and opportunism.
Jan Virgili (Mallorca/Spain)
His top speed wreaked havoc on defenses. The Spanish left winger never got tired of looking up. He scored one goal and recorded one assist.
Gessim Yassin (Dunkirk / Morocco)
The most talented player from Morocco. He had 2 goals and 3 assists. left foot. He plays as a winger on both sides and is talented with dribbling.
Dylan Gorosito (Boca Juniors/Argentina)
Argentina’s number two was a constant threat in attack. He scored a great goal against Italy and “gifted” three goals to Sarco. He is very tenacious on defense.
Rodrigo Mendoza (Elche/Spain)
Spain’s “compass” in the midfield alongside Thiago Pitalucci. He put the brakes on and gave the game meaning. He provided a great assist in the match against Ukraine.
Noham Kamara (PSG/France)
He has already made his debut with Luis Enrique. A central defender with a good physique and above all, amazing composure on the ball. He plays a lot of passes.
Maher Carrizo (Velez/Argentina)
playmaker. He scored three goals and provided one assist for Argentina. He is compared to Julian Alvarez. He has great dribbling, last pass and great skills.
Yanis Benshauchi (Monaco/Morocco)
Barbi won the Golden Glove Award at a World Cup where goalkeepers did not shine. Although Benciu missed out on making the final due to injury, he was extremely reliable and conveyed a sense of security. It’s very plain.
Niko Tsakiris (Earthquake / USA)
One of the most brilliant shots of this tournament. He brought it out in the last 16 match against Italy. A great partner for Kremaski in the American midfield.
Gianluca Prestiani (Benfica/Argentina)
He became stronger and stronger. Although he came on as a substitute, he was named MVP in the quarterfinals and semifinals. He is a right-footed dribbler and has a terrifying “reprise”.
Einar Fauskanger (Haugesund/Norway)
At the age of 17 he became a goalkeeper for Norway. Against Paraguay, he advanced to the quarterfinals with three clean sheets and one penalty save.
Jordan Barrera (Botafogo/Colombia)
Great engine from Columbia. She was injured against Spain (before assisting), but it was noticeable in the semi-finals. He also recorded an assist against Saudi Arabia.
Rio Ichihara (RB Omiya Ardija / Japan)
One of the surprises of the World Cup. central defender. 1.87 meters. Plays in the Japanese second division league. He scored two goals from the penalty spot. He has very accurate long passes.
