Casablanca
Morocco's largest city and economic hub hosts the historic Stade Mohammed V, home of the legendary Casablanca derby between Raja and Wydad. Features the iconic Hassan II Mosque.
Stadiums in Casablanca
AFCON 2025 Match Schedule
Matches in Casablanca
Africa Cup of Nations 2025
December 21, 2025 - January 18, 2026
Mohammed V Complex – Casablanca
City Overview
Casablanca
History
Casablanca was a small fishing village until the French developed it into Morocco's economic powerhouse in the early 20th century. The Art Deco architecture downtown reflects this colonial era. The Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, is one of the world's largest.
Football Culture
Casablanca is the heart of Moroccan football. The legendary derby between Raja CA and Wydad AC is one of Africa's fiercest rivalries, with both clubs sharing Stade Mohammed V. The city has produced countless national team players and continental champions.
Local Football Clubs
Raja CA (Raja Club Athletic)
12x Botola champions, 3x CAF Champions League, 1x CAF Super Cup
Wydad AC (Wydad Athletic Club)
22x Botola champions, 3x CAF Champions League, 1x CAF Super Cup
Travel Guide for Football Fans
Casablanca
Getting There
✈️ Mohammed V International Airport (20km from city center)
From Airport
Direct to Casa Port station, hourly departures 6am-10pm
Hourly buses from terminal 1
Standard rate, avoid unmarked taxis
Most convenient option
From Other Cities
Local Information
Population
~3.4 million (largest city in Morocco)
Climate
Atlantic coastal, mild year-round
Best Time to Visit
March-May, September-November
Language
Arabic, French, English in tourist areas
Currency
Moroccan Dirham (MAD)
Did You Know?
Wydad AC holds the record for most Moroccan league titles with 22 championships.
Despite the famous movie, 'Casablanca' was actually filmed entirely in Hollywood studios!
The Casablanca derby between Raja and Wydad is considered one of the top 10 fiercest football rivalries in the world.
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