The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has been widely praised as a clear demonstration of Morocco’s readiness to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup, with organisation, infrastructure and hospitality meeting the highest international standards.
Sports analyst Abdel Aziz Al-Balghiti described the tournament as exceptional, saying the level of organisation exceeded expectations and went beyond what is traditionally seen on the African continent. Speaking to Hespress, he noted that Morocco met all requirements set by CAF and FIFA, presenting the tournament as a full-scale rehearsal ahead of 2030.
According to Al-Balghiti, Moroccan stadiums rose to the challenge, offering modern facilities, nearby training grounds and high-quality hybrid pitches that performed well despite heavy rainfall.
He pointed to venues such as Prince Moulay Abdellah, Mohammed V, Marrakech Grand Stadium, Tangier and Fez as operating at a professional level comparable to leading European arenas, including media, medical and conference facilities.
He also praised accommodation and logistics, stating that teams enjoyed comfortable hotel conditions and well-organised transport between host cities, including Rabat, Casablanca, Tangier, Marrakech and Agadir. From a security perspective, he said the tournament highlighted the efficiency and preparedness of Moroccan security services.
Civil society activist Abdelkbir Jaafari echoed similar views, particularly regarding organisation in Rabat. He acknowledged some traffic congestion but credited authorities for managing movement effectively around match venues.
Jaafari added that while civil society involvement was limited, there remains a strong readiness to train young volunteers to support future major events.
Overall, observers agree the tournament has reinforced Morocco’s credentials as a capable and reliable host for global sporting competitions.
