This marked Chile’s second time hosting the U-20 World Cup, following 1987, and the fifth FIFA competition staged in the country.
“Many thanks to Chile for having organised an absolutely exceptional FIFA U-20 World Cup,” said Infantino.
“600,000 fans watched the matches. (In the final), the stadium here in Santiago de Chile was full as well. Such warmth, such fans, such passion!
“Thank you very much to my friend Pablo (Milad), president of the Chilean Football Association, all of Chile, all of the fans, a country of football that has shown us that once again with this fantastic FIFA U-20 World Cup.”
The tournament attracted over 585,000 attendees and was broadcast in 218 territories. Twenty-four teams, including one debutant and five former champions, competed across 52 matches in 23 days.
Morocco’s triumph was historic, as it was their first appearance in 20 years, finishing fourth in 2005, and making them the second CAF team to lift the trophy after Ghana in 2009.