Morocco Unveils Six Stadiums to Host 2030 World Cup Matches

The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) revealed on Wednesday, July 31, the bid file for Morocco, Spain, and Portugal to host the 2030 World Cup. Six stadiums in Morocco have been selected to host matches, compared to 11 in Spain and three in Portugal.

Here are the details of the selected Moroccan stadiums:

1. Hassan II Stadium in Casablanca: To be built on an area of over 100 hectares, with a capacity of 115,000 spectators, becoming the largest stadium in the tournament and the largest ever built in the world. It will feature an innovative design resembling a gleaming white ship.
2. Grand Stadium of Tangier: Currently undergoing renovation to increase its capacity from 65,000 to over 90,000 spectators.
3. Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat: Completely demolished and rebuilt to accommodate 65,000 spectators, in preparation for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2030 World Cup.
4. Grand Stadium of Agadir: With a current capacity of 42,000 spectators, it will undergo two renovation phases before the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2030 World Cup.
5. Fez Stadium: The athletics track will be removed and new stands built to increase capacity from 35,600 to 46,000 spectators.
6. Grand Stadium of Marrakech: With a capacity of 42,000 spectators, it will be renovated in two phases to meet the standards of the African Football Confederation and FIFA.

It’s worth noting that all Moroccan stadiums are undergoing renovation and expansion, except for the Hassan II Stadium, which is still under construction. These preparations aim to enhance Morocco’s sports infrastructure and ensure its readiness to host this major global event.