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AFCON 2025 Infographics

Visual guides to Morocco's world-class tournament venues

Everything you need to know, beautifully visualized

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AFCON 2025

Tournament Overview

AFCON 2025 at a Glance

Key numbers for Africa's biggest football tournament

🇲🇦

Host Country

Morocco

December 21, 2025 - January 18, 2026

9

Stadiums

6

Host Cities

24

Nations

52

Matches

386k+

Total Seats

150+

Countries Broadcasting

29

Days Duration

1B+

Expected Viewers

Groups & Teams

AFCON 2025 Groups

24 Nations • 6 Groups • 36 Matches

Group A⭐ HOST GROUP
  • 1🇲🇦Morocco
  • 2🇲🇱Mali
  • 3🇿🇲Zambia
  • 4🇰🇲Comoros
Group B
  • 1🇪🇬Egypt
  • 2🇿🇦South Africa
  • 3🇦🇴Angola
  • 4🇿🇼Zimbabwe
Group C
  • 1🇳🇬Nigeria
  • 2🇹🇳Tunisia
  • 3🇺🇬Uganda
  • 4🇹🇿Tanzania
Group D
  • 1🇸🇳Senegal
  • 2🇨🇩DR Congo
  • 3🇧🇯Benin
  • 4🇧🇼Botswana
Group E
  • 1🇩🇿Algeria
  • 2🇧🇫Burkina Faso
  • 3🇬🇶Eq. Guinea
  • 4🇸🇩Sudan
Group F💀 GROUP OF DEATH
  • 1🇨🇮Côte d'Ivoire
  • 2🇨🇲Cameroon
  • 3🇬🇦Gabon
  • 4🇲🇿Mozambique

Qualification to Round of 16

Top 2 per group (12 teams) – Auto qualify
4 Best 3rd place teams – Also qualify
Remaining teams – Eliminated
24
Nations
6
Groups
36
Group Matches
16
Qualify

Tournament Timeline

AFCON 2025 Morocco

Tournament Timeline

29 Days of African Football Excellence

December 21, 2025

Opening Ceremony & Match

Prince Moulay Abdellah, Rabat

Morocco vs Comoros kickoff. 69,500 capacity flagship venue hosts opening ceremony with spectacular celebrations.

HOST NATION DEBUT
December 21-30, 2025

Group Stage

All 9 Stadiums

36 matches across 6 groups. Top 2 from each group plus 4 best third-placed teams advance. 24 nations compete.

January 1-4, 2026

Round of 16

6 Selected Venues

8 knockout matches. First elimination round. Stakes rise as teams battle for quarter-final spots.

January 8-9, 2026

Quarter-finals

Rabat, Tangier, Marrakech, Agadir

4 matches determining semi-finalists. Intensity peaks as only 8 teams remain. Must-watch football.

January 12-13, 2026

Semi-finals

Rabat & Tangier

2 blockbuster matches. Prince Moulay Abdellah (69,500) and Grand Stade Tanger (75,600) host the deciders.

145,100 COMBINED CAPACITY
January 17, 2026

Third Place Playoff

Stade Mohammed V, Casablanca

Historic stadium hosts bronze medal match. Morocco's oldest venue (1955) provides fitting setting.

January 18, 2026

THE FINAL

Prince Moulay Abdellah, Rabat

Africa's greatest football spectacle. 69,500 fans witness the crowning of AFCON 2025 champions in Morocco's capital.

CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
52
Total Matches
29
Tournament Days
9
Stadiums
24
Nations

AFCON 2025 Morocco • Official Tournament Timeline

Stadium Data

AFCON 2025 Venue Map

9 stadiums across 6 host cities in Morocco

9

Total Venues

387k

Total Capacity

Map of Morocco with regions
1

Tangier

1 stadiums75,600 seats
4

Rabat

4 stadiums130,500 seats
Capital
1

Casablanca

1 stadiums45,000 seats
1

Fez

1 stadiums45,000 seats
1

Marrakech

1 stadiums45,240 seats
1

Agadir

1 stadiums45,480 seats
Capital (4 stadiums)
Flagship Venue
Host City
1

Tangier

75,600

4

Rabat

130,500

1

Casablanca

45,000

1

Fez

45,000

1

Marrakech

45,240

1

Agadir

45,480

Stadium Capacity Comparison

All 9 AFCON 2025 venues ranked by seating capacity

Total Capacity386,820
AFCON 2025
World Cup 2030
1
Grand Stadium of TangierLargest
Tangier
75,600
2
Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex
Rabat
69,500
3
Grand Stadium of Agadir
Agadir
45,480
4
Grand Stadium of Marrakech
Marrakech
45,240
5
Mohammed V Complex – Casablanca
Casablanca
45,000
6
Grand Stadium of Fez
Fez
45,000
7
Moulay El Hassan Stadium
Rabat
22,000
8
Rabat Olympic Stadium
Rabat
21,000
9
Al-Medina Stadium
Rabat
18,000

Capacity figures as of November 2025. Some venues may expand for World Cup 2030.

Match Distribution by Stadium

Which venues host which tournament rounds

52 Total Matches

Stadium
Group
R16
QF
SF
3rd
Final
1

Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex

Rabat

2

Grand Stadium of Tangier

Tangier

3

Grand Stadium of Marrakech

Marrakech

4

Grand Stadium of Agadir

Agadir

5

Mohammed V Complex – Casablanca

Casablanca

6

Grand Stadium of Fez

Fez

7

Moulay El Hassan Stadium

Rabat

8

Rabat Olympic Stadium

Rabat

9

Al-Medina Stadium

Rabat

Group / R16
QF / SF
Final

Stadium Timeline

70 years of Moroccan football infrastructure

70

Years of History

4

New Stadiums in 2025

1955

Mohammed V Complex

Casablanca

Morocco's oldest stadium opens, named after King Mohammed V

2007

Grand Stadium of Fez

Fez

Modern stadium opens in Morocco's spiritual capital

2011

Grand Stadium of Tangier

Tangier

Ibn Batouta Stadium opens, now Morocco's largest at 75,600

Grand Stadium of Marrakech

Marrakech

Designed by Gregotti, hosts FIFA Club World Cup finals

2013

Grand Stadium of Agadir

Agadir

Stone-stepped facade mimics Atlas Mountain foothills

2025New Build

Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex

Rabat

New flagship 69,500-seat stadium with palm-leaf facade

New Build

Moulay El Hassan Stadium

Rabat

Completely rebuilt with eco-conscious glazed terracotta design

New Build

Rabat Olympic Stadium

Rabat

Built in record 9 months, hosts Diamond League athletics

New Build

Al-Medina Stadium

Rabat

Innovative solar-powered design with rainwater collection

1955-2006
2007-2024
2025 New Build

Where to Stay

Hotel Prices by City

Accommodation options near AFCON 2025 stadiums

Budget
Mid-Range
Luxury
City
Budget
Mid-Range
Luxury

Casablanca

Stade Mohammed V

€15-30

Ibis City Center

€350-430

Mövenpick Hotel

€500-960

Four Seasons

Rabat

Prince Moulay Abdellah

€20-30

Dar Al Batoul

€300-350

ONOMO Hotel

€500+

Sofitel Jardin des Roses

Marrakech

Grand Stade de Marrakech

€15-50

Riad Kniza

€60-150

Riad Al Jazira

€200-800+

La Mamounia

Tangier

Grand Stade de Tanger

€20-30

Medina Hostel

€350-430

Pestana City Center

€500+

Fairmont Tazi Palace

Agadir

Adrar Stadium

€20-30

Budget guesthouses

€200-400

Marina Aparthotels

€500+

Riu Palace Tikida

Fez

Fez Stadium

€20-30

Funky Fes

€350-430

Kenzi Europa

€400-600

Dar Hafsa Suite

Pro Tip

Marrakech offers the best value for mid-range stays. Book 3+ months ahead for best rates.

Weather & Travel

☀️ Weather & Travel Guide

AFCON 2025 Host Cities - What to Expect

December 21, 2025 – January 18, 2026

🌡️ December-January Weather by City

Rabat 🌤️
18°/ 8°C
🌧️ 8 rainy days
☀️ 6h sunshine
💨 Mild breeze
💧 70% humidity
Casablanca 🌤️
18°/ 9°C
🌧️ 7 rainy days
☀️ 6h sunshine
💨 Ocean breeze
💧 75% humidity
Tangier 🌦️
16°/ 9°C
🌧️ 10 rainy days
☀️ 5h sunshine
💨 Windy coast
💧 78% humidity
Marrakech ☀️
19°/ 5°C
🌧️ 4 rainy days
☀️ 7h sunshine
💨 Cool nights
💧 55% humidity
Agadir ☀️
21°/ 10°C
🌧️ 3 rainy days
☀️ 8h sunshine
💨 Beach weather
💧 65% humidity
Fez ❄️
15°/ 4°C
🌧️ 6 rainy days
☀️ 6h sunshine
💨 Cold nights
💧 68% humidity

✈️ International Airports

Mohammed V International

Casablanca30km to stadium

CMN

Rabat-Salé Airport

Capital city18km to stadium

RBA

Tangier Ibn Battouta

Northern gateway13km to stadium

TNG

Marrakech Menara

Tourist hub14km to stadium

RAK

Agadir Al Massira

Atlantic coast30km to stadium

AGA

Fez-Saïss Airport

Imperial city15km to stadium

FEZ

Getting Around

Al Boraq High-Speed

Casablanca–Tangier in 2h15m. Modern, comfortable, connects major cities. Book at ONCF.ma

Petit Taxi

City taxis (metered). Negotiate for airport transfers. ~150 MAD from most airports.

CTM & Supratours

Intercity coaches connecting all cities. Budget-friendly option. Book online in advance.

💡 Essential Visitor Tips

Fan ID Required:Download YALLA app and register for Fan ID before buying tickets. Mandatory for stadium entry.
Pack Layers:Warm days, cold nights (especially Fez & Marrakech). Bring a jacket for evening matches.
Bring Umbrella:Tangier and coastal cities have 8-10 rainy days. Be prepared for occasional showers.
Cash & Cards:ATMs widely available. Carry some Dirhams (MAD) for taxis and small purchases.
Arrive Early:Plan to be at stadium 2+ hours before kickoff. Security and queues can take time.
Free E-Visa:Available through YALLA app for non-African visitors. Apply at least 72 hours before travel.

🏆 AFCON 2025 Morocco • Weather data typical for December-January

Plan Your Trip

Fan Journey Checklist

Essential steps before attending AFCON 2025 matches

Required
Free
1

Download YALLA App

RequiredFree

Official app for all AFCON 2025 digital services

Download
2

Register for Fan ID

RequiredFree

Mandatory for stadium access and ticket purchases

Register
3

Apply for e-Visa (if required)

Available through YALLA app for non-African visitors

Check Requirements
4

Purchase Match Tickets

Required

Official CAF ticketing platform - digital tickets only

Buy Tickets
5

Arrive 2+ Hours Early

Required

Allow time for security screening and Fan ID verification

💡

Pro Tip

Complete steps 1-4 at least 2 weeks before your match to avoid last-minute issues.

All attendees including Moroccan citizens must have a Fan ID

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