Morocco is actively preparing to host the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AfCON) and the 2030 World Cup by upgrading its sports infrastructure. A media tour has begun to inspect the six host stadiums across the country.
The kingdom is investing heavily to ensure its stadiums meet the rigorous standards set by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and FIFA. The media tour, which started on Sunday, August 31, visited the Ibn Batouta Stadium in Tangiers, the first of six venues undergoing major renovations. The other stadiums are located in Rabat, Marrakech, Agadir, Fez, and Casablanca.
According to Abderrazak Aboutamane, Regional Director of the National Agency for Public Equipment (ANEP), the work at the Tangiers stadium is a colossal project with a budget of $360 million. The renovations include upgrades to the stands, skyboxes, and public areas.
Architect Anouar Amaoui highlighted some of the technical challenges, noting that Tangiers’ strong winds complicated the construction of the stadium’s framework. However, officials have overcome these issues, and the work is nearly complete.
The Ibn Batouta Stadium is one of two venues—the other being Rabat’s Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium—that will be directly prepared for the 2030 World Cup in a single renovation phase.
The 2025 AfCON is scheduled to take place from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. The Tangiers stadium will host several matches, including all of Senegal’s Group D games. Senegal will play Botswana on December 23, the DR Congo on December 27, and Benin on December 30.
This ambitious program positions Morocco as a key host for top-tier international competitions, ready to welcome the best of African and world football.
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