Rabat and Salé are actively preparing for the Africa Cup of Nations CAN 2025, starting December 21, with festive decorations transforming urban spaces. The tramway linking the cities has been redesigned in the competition’s red colors, featuring official visuals and welcome messages. Flags of the 24 qualified nations now fly at key roundabouts and main axes, promoting African unity.
Fan Zones, CAN 2025
Strategic fan zones have been set up near OLM Souissi in Rabat and Place Mrissa in Salé, equipped with giant screens for match viewing and cultural animations. These areas aim to foster convivial gatherings for local and visiting supporters.
Additional Preparations, CAN 2025
Taxis display CAN symbols, public spaces receive green maintenance and facade enhancements, and security patrols have intensified. Lighting networks undergo checks to ensure a vibrant, safe atmosphere across the twin cities.
Six Moroccan cities host the CAN 2025, from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, using nine stadiums across these venues. Besides Rabat (and nearby Salé), the other cities are Casablanca, Marrakech, Fès, Agadir, and Tanger.
Host Cities Overview, CAN 2025
- Casablanca: Features the renovated Complexe Mohammed V (45,000 capacity) for group and knockout matches.
- Marrakech: Hosts at Grand Stade de Marrakech (41,245 capacity).
- Fès: Uses Complexe Sportif de Fès (35,468 capacity).
- Agadir: Grand Stade d’Agadir (41,144 capacity) for fixtures.
- Tanger: Ibn Batouta Stadium (65,000 capacity), including a semi-final.
Stadium Distribution, CAN 2025
Rabat dominates with four venues: Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah (69,500, opening and final), Stade Moulay El Hassan (22,000), Stade Olympique Annexe (21,000), and Stade Al Barid (18,000). The setup supports 24 teams in six groups, with renovations aligning preparations for the 2030 World Cup.
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