فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
As the 2030 FIFA World Cup approaches—with Morocco co-hosting the tournament alongside Spain and Portugal—attention is turning to how this global football event can be leveraged to develop the local sports infrastructure, particularly Moroccan football schools and academies. These institutions are expected to play a pivotal role in preparing a new generation of players and creating a dynamic, integrated sports and economic ecosystem.
Sports analysts consider this event a golden opportunity to restructure football training in Morocco, from grassroots academies to the international professional stage. In this context, Dr. Noufel Khamlouchi, an expert in sports development, told Sahafat Biladi:
“The 2030 World Cup could be an unprecedented launchpad for nurturing Moroccan talent—provided it is supported by a clear national policy focused on training and coaching.”
According to FIFA data, host countries of World Cup tournaments typically experience significant growth in sports investment, whether from public or private sectors. This presents a key opportunity for football academies in Morocco to benefit from the new or renovated infrastructure, including stadiums, training centers, and sports rehabilitation facilities.
Morocco is also expected to attract foreign investment and international partnerships in the field of sports training, especially given the growing European interest in African talent. Some Moroccan academies, such as the Mohammed VI Football Academy, have already begun forming partnerships with European clubs to exchange expertise and provide professional opportunities for young players.
In the same vein, sports stakeholders have called for the integration of World Cup-themed programs into academy curricula. These programs could include workshops on Olympic values, refereeing, sports journalism, and professional career development—aiming to cultivate well-rounded, technically skilled, and ethically grounded generations.
Additionally, the increasing demand for sports training services in the coming years could open promising horizons for local academies to expand their activities, develop their training programs, and create new job opportunities for young sports professionals.
As Morocco prepares for this global event, it becomes essential to establish a comprehensive strategic plan that links World Cup preparations to the development of grassroots football. This would help ensure a lasting legacy beyond 2030 and position football as a driver of social and regional development.
Source: Fes News Media
