Morocco vs France U20 Prediction for 16 October 2025 - Football

Posted Wednesday, October 15, 2025 by scores24

🔊 Can the French handle one of the tournament's revelations? In the U20 World Cup semifinals, Morocco face off against France. Both teams have recently showcased strong attacking play. Even at this late stage of the tournament, defense might take a back seat.

Head-to-Head

📊 These teams have never faced each other before.

Morocco U20 Team Overview

The team's last official match took place on in the FIFA U-20 World Cup, where the USA hosted Morocco. The match concluded with a 1-3 scoreline.

Here are the match statistics (Morocco vs USA):

possession percentage: 26% vs 74%;
corner kicks: 3 vs 12;
fouls: 8 vs 9;
yellow cards: 3 vs 1;
shots on target: 3 vs 2.

The Moroccans are delivering an impressive performance in this tournament. It all kicked off with victories over Spain (2-0) and Brazil (2-1). The team largely relies on counterattacks, and against the French, who prefer to dominate possession, the nominal hosts could showcase their best qualities. In the quarterfinals, they outplayed the Americans with a 3-1 scoreline. A look at the possession stats reveals a focus on defense and counterattacks, with just 27% ball control. The coaching staff isn't likely to change their approach now.

France U20 Team Overview

The visitors last played an official match on during the Under-20 World Cup, where they faced Norway. The game concluded with a 2-1 victory for France.

Here are the match statistics (France vs Norway):

possession: 59% vs 41%;
corners: 4 vs 5;
fouls: 9 vs 13;
yellow cards: 0 vs 4;
shots on target: 6 vs 3.

France's path to this semifinal has been even more challenging. In the Round of 16, they advanced thanks to a stroke of luck—a last-minute penalty in extra time against Japan. Traditionally, France boasts a roster full of talented players, all well-schooled and capable of maintaining possession. Physically, they are certainly up to the task. As experience shows, the team excels in exerting pressure through ball control. In their quarterfinal clash with Norway (2-1), they enjoyed 59% possession and registered six shots on target. The visitors are making a strong case for dominance.

Prediction for the 1st half

First Half Statistics: Morocco (home) vs France (away)

matches played in the tournament: 0 vs 0;
wins: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
losses: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
draws: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
average goals scored: 0 vs 0;
average goals conceded: 0 vs 0.

Last 10 Matches (Overall):

wins: 2 vs 5;
losses: 0 vs 0;
draws: 8 vs 5;
average first-half total: 0.6 (scored – 0.4, conceded – 0.2) vs 1.5 (scored – 1.1, conceded – 0.4).

Morocco have drawn the first half in 6 of their last 7 matches.

Outcome Prediction

Statistics: Morocco vs France

matches played in the tournament: 3 vs 3;
wins: 4 vs 4;
win percentage: 80% vs 80%;
losses: 1 vs 1;
draws: 0 vs 0.

Last 10 matches:

wins: 7 vs 8;
losses: 2 vs 2;
draws: 1 vs 0.

Total Goals Prediction

Statistics: Morocco vs France

average total in the tournament: 2.6 vs 3.2;
average goals scored: 1.8 vs 2.2;
average total in the first half: 0.4 vs 0.8;
average total in the second half: 1.4 vs 1.4;
Morocco U20: average home total in the tournament - 0;
France U20: average away total in the tournament - 0;
last 10 matches (average total): 1.6 (home - 1.25) vs 2.3 (away - 2.33).

Over 2.5 goals occurred in 9 out of France's last 10 matches (U20 World Cup).
Over 2.5 goals occurred in 7 out of France's last 8 matches.

Corners Prediction

Morocco: Statistics

season: average total in the tournament - 2; at home - 0;
last 10 matches: average total - 3.3; at home - 2.75.

France: Statistics

season: average total in the tournament - 6, away - 0;
last 10 matches: average total - 5; away - 5.67.

France have delivered over 3.5 corners in 15 of their last 16 matches (U20 World Cup).

Cards Prediction

Morocco: Statistics

season: average total in the tournament - 2.4; at home - 0;
last 10 matches: average total - 2.3; at home - 2.25.

France: Statistics

season: average total in the tournament - 1, away - 0;
last 10 matches: average total - 1.6; away - 1.17.

Both Teams to Score Prediction

Statistics: Morocco vs France

matches played in the tournament: 3 vs 3;
matches this season where both teams scored (BTTS): 3 vs 2;
BTTS for Morocco at home – 0 (0%);
BTTS for France away – 0 (0%).

Last 10 matches:

BTTS matches: 5 vs 7;
BTTS for Morocco at home – 1 (25%);
BTTS for France away – 3 (50%).

⭐ Editorial Prediction

In the battle for a spot in the final, both teams are likely to start cautiously. However, given the nature of the opponents, one side will likely sit deep with their entire squad near their goal, while the other controls possession. As the favorites, France are capable of creating chances. They might not be abundant, but the opportunities to score will be there. The Moroccans can continue to break on counterattacks and capitalize on set pieces. The stakes are incredibly high, and while the players lack extensive experience, mistakes are inevitable. Some of these could prove costly. The match will eventually open up, and it could end in a 2-2 draw. Our editorial team considers betting on over 2.5 goals a solid choice.