Rabat
CapitalMorocco's capital city hosts four AFCON 2025 venues including the flagship Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. Home to historic landmarks including Hassan Tower and the Kasbah of Udayas.
Stadiums in Rabat
Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex
Capacity
69,500
Moulay El Hassan Stadium
Capacity
22,000
Rabat Olympic Stadium
Capacity
21,000
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Al-Medina Stadium
Capacity
18,000
AFCON 2025 Match Schedule
Matches in Rabat
Africa Cup of Nations 2025
December 21, 2025 - January 18, 2026
Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex
Moulay El Hassan Stadium
Rabat Olympic Stadium
Al-Medina Stadium
Stadium Comparison
Compare stadiums in this city
| Stadium | Capacity | Opened | AFCON 2025 | World Cup 2030 | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex LargestNewest | 69,500 | 2025-09-05 | Hybrid natural grass | ||
Moulay El Hassan Stadium | 22,000 | 2025 | Natural grass | ||
Rabat Olympic Stadium | 21,000 | 2025 | Natural grass | ||
Al-Medina Stadium | 18,000 | 2025 | Natural grass |
4
Stadiums
130,500
Total Capacity
4
AFCON 2025
1
World Cup 2030
City Overview
Rabat
History
Rabat became Morocco's capital in 1912 under French protectorate rule. The city's history dates back to the 12th century when the Almohad dynasty built the Hassan Tower. Today it's a UNESCO World Heritage site blending medieval Islamic architecture with modern urban planning.
Football Culture
Football is deeply rooted in Rabat's culture. The city hosts the national team's home matches at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. Local derbies between FUS Rabat and AS FAR draw passionate crowds. The city will be the heart of AFCON 2025, hosting the opening match and final.
Local Football Clubs
AS FAR (Forces Armées Royales)
12x Botola champions, 2x CAF Champions League
FUS Rabat
6x Botola champions, 1x CAF Cup Winners' Cup
Travel Guide for Football Fans
Rabat
Getting There
✈️ Rabat-Salé Airport (RBA, 8km from city center)
From Airport
Official red taxis
Direct connection from airport terminal
CTM buses hourly
From Other Cities
Local Information
Population
~600,000
Climate
Mild year-round, cool Atlantic breezes
Best Time to Visit
March-May, September-November
Language
Arabic, French widely spoken
Currency
Moroccan Dirham (MAD)
Did You Know?
The Kasbah of the Udayas is a UNESCO World Heritage site and was used as a filming location for several Hollywood movies.
Rabat-Salé is one of the few cities where you can see storks nesting on ancient monuments.
The city will host both the opening match and final of AFCON 2025, making it the heart of the tournament.
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