Morocco prepares for AFCON 2025 with nine stadiums across six cities

Tuesday 28 January 2025 - 07:50

By: Dakir Madiha

Morocco prepares for AFCON 2025 with nine stadiums across six cities

Morocco is set to host the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, with the tournament scheduled to run from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. The country will welcome teams and fans to nine stadiums spread across six cities, showcasing its readiness to deliver a world-class football event.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF), in partnership with the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) and the Local Organizing Committee, has confirmed the host cities and venues. Rabat, the capital, will take center stage with four stadiums, while Casablanca, Agadir, Marrakech, Fez, and Tangier will each host matches in one stadium.

Rabat’s venues include the iconic Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah, which boasts a capacity of 69,500 seats. The capital will also feature Stade Al Barid (18,000 seats), Stade Olympique Annexe Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah (21,000 seats), and Complexe Sportif Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan (22,000 seats).

Casablanca’s Complexe Sportif Mohammed V will accommodate 45,000 spectators, while Agadir’s Grand Stade d’Agadir and Marrakech’s Grand Stade de Marrakech will hold 41,144 and 41,245 fans, respectively. Fez’s Complexe Sportif de Fes will seat 35,468, and Tangier’s Grand Stade de Tanger will welcome 45,000 attendees.

The announcement comes as Morocco was drawn into Group A during the AFCON 2025 draw, where it will face Mali, Zambia, and Comoros. As the host nation, Morocco is poised to leverage home advantage, aiming to make a strong impression in front of its passionate supporters.

With state-of-the-art facilities and a strategic distribution of venues, Morocco is laying the groundwork for an unforgettable tournament. The event is expected to draw football enthusiasts from across the continent, further solidifying Morocco’s reputation as a premier destination for international sports.

The stage is set for AFCON 2025, and Morocco is ready to deliver a tournament that celebrates the spirit of African football.