Morocco is gearing up to host the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2030 World Cup with an impressive overhaul of its stadiums and training facilities, Youssef Belkacemi, CEO of Sonarges (National Company for the Construction and Management of Sports Facilities), said during a presentation to the thematic working group evaluating the National Sports Strategy,
Key stadiums, including the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat and the Grand Stade of Tangier, will be at the heart of these major international events, The Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, set to be completed in just eight months, is on track to be added to the Guinness World Records for its rapid construction, with a seating capacity of 70,000 spectators.
These two stadiums, which will host the main matches of both tournaments, are nearing the final stages of their first phase of rehabilitation, with only minor adjustments needed to fully meet FIFA’s requirements.
Beyond the main stadiums, Morocco is investing heavily in its network of training facilities. The Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca, currently under renovation for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, will not be used for World Cup matches but will serve as a key training venue, alongside around fifty other facilities spread across the kingdom.
This extensive network ensures that every participating team will have access to high-quality training grounds in preparation for the tournament.
Six major stadiums in total are being rehabilitated, including those in Agadir, Fes, and Marrakech. These venues are undergoing a two-phase renovation process: the first phase focuses on meeting the standards set by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), while the second phase, set for after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, will bring them up to FIFA’s global standards for the 2030 World Cup.
Belkacemi highlighted the scale of these efforts. “Up to 3,400 workers are on-site at certain locations, operating in continuous shifts,” he explained, emphasizing the monumental task of modernizing these venues. Additionally, 99% of the companies involved in these projects are Moroccan, ensuring local expertise and employment are central to the country’s efforts.
The Hassan II Stadium in Benslimane, currently under construction, is another major project. Expected to seat 115,000 spectators upon completion in 2028, this stadium will be one of the largest in Africa and is set to become a key venue for future sporting events.
With the excavation phase complete, the project is now entering its construction phase.
With FIFA delegations and experts from Spain and Portugal praising the quality of the ongoing work, Belkacemi expressed confidence that Morocco will meet international standards for both the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2030 World Cup, ensuring that the country’s sports infrastructure is ready to host these prestigious events while also serving national sports needs for years to come.
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