Tangier
Gateway between Africa and Europe, Tangier hosts Morocco's largest stadium at 75,600 capacity. The city offers stunning views of the Strait of Gibraltar and rich cultural heritage.
Stadiums in Tangier
AFCON 2025 Match Schedule
Matches in Tangier
Africa Cup of Nations 2025
December 21, 2025 - January 18, 2026
Grand Stadium of Tangier
City Overview
Tangier
History
Tangier has been a strategic crossroads for millennia, ruled by Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, Portuguese, and British. It was an international zone from 1923-1956, attracting artists and writers like Paul Bowles and William Burroughs. Today it's Morocco's fastest-growing city.
Football Culture
Tangier's football scene is dominated by Ittihad Tanger, who play at the massive Grand Stade de Tanger. The city's football culture reflects its cosmopolitan heritage, with fans known for their passionate support and creative chants.
Local Football Clubs
Ittihad Tanger
1x Botola champion (2018), 1x Throne Cup
Travel Guide for Football Fans
Tangier
Getting There
✈️ Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport (15km from city center)
From Airport
Official red taxis available
Local bus to city center
Recommended for convenience
From Other Cities
Local Information
Population
~600,000
Climate
Mediterranean, cooler with sea breezes
Best Time to Visit
April-October (warmer), but year-round accessible
Language
Arabic, French, Spanish due to proximity to Spain
Currency
Moroccan Dirham (MAD)
Did You Know?
The city has inspired countless artists and writers, including Henri Matisse and Paul Bowles.
You can see Spain from Tangier on a clear day - it's only 14km across the Strait of Gibraltar.
Tangier's medina has been continuously inhabited for over 2,500 years.
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