AFCON 2025 Morocco Stadiums: Full List of Venues, Capacities, Matches & History

Morocco will host the 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations across nine stadiums in six cities. Here is your complete, original guide to every venue, from Rabat’s major arenas to the coastal giants of Tangier and the cultural centres of Fès and Marrakech.

AFCON 2025 marks Morocco’s long-awaited return as hosts after last staging the tournament in 1988. This edition spans 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026, and the country has prepared a diverse group of stadiums ranging from modern mega-arenas to historic football hubs. The Local Organising Committee has built the match map around six cities—Rabat, Casablanca, Tangier, Agadir, Marrakech and Fès—each contributing unique energy, culture and football identity.

Unlike previous tournaments structured around only a handful of large venues, Morocco opted for a multi-stadium cluster in Rabat to reduce travel strain while still giving other major cities key fixtures. This approach helps balance capacity, fan movement, climate and tourism flow, all important considerations during a December–January schedule.

How matches are distributed

Although the final match schedule may still evolve before kick-off, Morocco has structured the tournament with a clear logic:

This design reduces excessive travel for teams and supporters while creating regional football “micro-atmospheres” in each city. Below is your full, stadium-by-stadium breakdown.

The Nine AFCON Stadiums

1. Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah — Rabat

Capacity: 69,500 • City: Rabat

The beating heart of AFCON 2025, Rabat’s flagship stadium will host the opening match and the final. Extensively redeveloped over the past decade, it now features world-class lighting, VIP zones, hybrid turf technology and improved stands tailored for large-scale international tournaments.

Historically, the venue has staged Club World Cup fixtures, continental finals and major Moroccan derbies. Its wide bowl-shaped stands amplify crowd noise, giving it a reputation as one of the loudest arenas in North African football. Fans can expect a dramatic backdrop for Morocco’s home fixtures.

2. Grand Stade de Tanger (Ibn Batouta) — Tangier

Capacity: 75,600 • City: Tangier

The largest stadium in the AFCON lineup, Tangier’s arena is designed for big-moment football. It recently underwent major expansion and technological upgrades, including spectator facilities, media centres and reinforced security zones.

Known for hosting international friendlies and European preseason tournaments, the stadium will stage a semi-final and several marquee group matches. Tangier’s proximity to Spain makes it a convenient entry point for thousands of travelling fans.

3. Complexe Sportif Mohammed V — Casablanca

Capacity: 45,000 • City: Casablanca

One of Africa’s most iconic football stadiums, Mohammed V is home to Wydad and Raja Casablanca, two clubs known worldwide for their electric ultras and derby rivalries.

Its atmosphere is legendary—tifos, flares, coordinated chants and ceaseless drums make every match unforgettable. During AFCON 2025, the stadium will deliver knockout drama, hosting group matches and at least one quarter-final.

4. Grand Stade d’Agadir (Adrar) — Agadir

Capacity: 41,144 • City: Agadir

Agadir’s modern coastal stadium is known for its clean sightlines and comfortable seating layout. Surrounded by resorts and beaches, it is expected to attract many fans combining football with holiday travel.

The stadium will feature group matches and a quarter-final, offering a relaxed atmosphere compared to the high-intensity inland derbies.

5. Grand Stade de Marrakech — Marrakech

Capacity: 41,245 • City: Marrakech

Built with modern architecture inspired by the region’s red clay aesthetic, Marrakech’s stadium blends artistic design with sports engineering.

It will host group matches and a quarter-final, giving fans a backdrop of mountains, desert landscapes and the city’s famous cultural landmarks.

6. Complexe Sportif de Fès — Fès

Capacity: 35,468 • City: Fès

Located near Morocco’s historic medieval medina, the Fès stadium delivers an old-world charm blended with modern football architecture. Its horseshoe-shaped stands make it visually distinct from the country’s other arenas.

Fès is set for group-stage fixtures and a quarter-final, attracting fans keen to explore Morocco’s oldest universities, palaces and artisan markets.

7. Stade Olympique Annexe — Rabat

Capacity: 21,000 • City: Rabat

As part of the Prince Moulay Abdellah complex, this annexe venue supports the main stadium by offering an additional pitch for group-stage matches. Compact but energetic, it brings fans closer to the action than the city’s larger venues.

8. Complexe Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan — Rabat

Capacity: 22,000 • City: Rabat

This mid-size Rabat stadium will help accommodate early-round fixtures. It has undergone upgrades to match CAF broadcasting requirements, making it a reliable and modern competition venue.

9. Stade Al Barid — Rabat

Capacity: 18,000 • City: Rabat

The smallest AFCON 2025 stadium provides an intimate match environment ideal for group games. Its inclusion ensures Rabat can host multiple fixtures per day while keeping travel minimal.

Why these stadiums matter

Morocco’s AFCON stadium strategy reflects a broader national investment in football infrastructure. The country aims to position itself as a long-term host for continental and global competitions, including the 2030 World Cup.

By distributing matches across multiple cities while strengthening Rabat as the tournament core, Morocco showcases both its modern transport network and its cultural diversity. Fans can experience Atlantic coastlines, desert gateways, medieval cities and bustling urban hubs—all through football.

Planning your travel

Supporters visiting AFCON 2025 can rely on Morocco’s strong tourism ecosystem. Tangier, Marrakech and Agadir offer direct flights from Europe, while Rabat and Casablanca are connected by high-speed trains. Early accommodation booking is advised, especially near knockout venues.

For ticket updates, scheduling and fan-zone announcements, follow Sport Pulse ZA and official CAF channels as the tournament approaches.