Morocco’s Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan inaugurated in Rabat on Thursday, the newly renovated Moulay Abdellah Stadium, become one of Morocco’s top modern sports venues that will host on Friday Sept. 5 a match between Morocco and Niger, part of the sixth round of Group E qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The new stadium’s reconstruction, carried out in execution of the high royal guidelines, brought this prestigious sports infrastructure to the FIFA standards.
The sporting strategy aims at equipping the Kingdom with state-of-the art sports infrastructure ahead of upcoming major international events, particularly the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The stadium has been designed to meet the requirements of high-level sporting competitions.
Described by local media as a “sporting jewel,” the new stadium features cutting-edge infrastructure designed to meet international standards, offering enhanced seating capacity, upgraded facilities for players and fans, and advanced pitch technology. Its unveiling is seen as a major milestone in Morocco’s broader sports development strategy.
The stadium stands out for its modernity, sustainability, and connectivity. It was built by Moroccan professionals in accordance with the highest international standards.
The stadium is equipped with a state-of-the-art hybrid natural grass pitch, the first of its kind in Africa, combining natural grass with synthetic fibers to deliver an optimal playing surface in terms of drainage, resistance, recovery time, performance, sustainability, and player safety.
With a total capacity of 68,700 seats, the stadium features high-end facilities, including three categories of hospitality areas. It offers 110 boxes and five hospitality lounges accommodating nearly 5,400 seats, as well as a dedicated area for people with reduced mobility.
This ultra-modern sports complex also includes a large media area for print and broadcast journalists, fully equipped with the necessary logistical and technical resources.
The redevelopment project also involved the construction of five bridges to facilitate access to the stadium, along with six parking lots.
The stadium will host on Friday Sept. 5 a match between Morocco and Niger, part of the sixth round of Group E qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
During the inauguration ceremony, the Crown Prince greeted the workers and technicians who contributed to the project, honoring their efforts in bringing the facility to life.