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With the countdown under 20 days to the launch of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 in Morocco, the spotlight is on the exceptional stadiums prepared to stage Africa’s premier football tournament.
Scheduled from 21 December 2025 through 18 January 2026, the competition will unfold across five vibrant Moroccan cities. Each venue uniquely combines cutting-edge architecture with cultural elements, promising fans an immersive and unforgettable experience both on the field and beyond.
Morocco’s Premier Stadiums Hosting AFCON 2025
Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex – Rabat
Seating Capacity: 69,500
Situated a short 7 km from Rabat’s city center, this extensively renovated stadium reopened on 5 September 2025. It boasts a rich history, having hosted the 1988 AFCON, FIFA Club World Cups, the 2019 African Games, and the 2022 CAF Women’s AFCON. Designed specifically for football, it features advanced media technology and top-tier infrastructure.
Key Matches Scheduled:
- Opening Match: Morocco vs Comoros (21 Dec, 20:00, Group A)
- Morocco vs Mali (26 Dec, 21:00, Group A)
- Zambia vs Morocco (29 Dec, 20:00, Group A)
- Round of 16: 1st Group A vs 3rd Group C/D/E (4 Jan, 17:00)
- Quarter-final: Winner Match 40 vs Winner Match 39 (9 Jan, 20:00)
- Semi-final: Winner Match 47 vs Winner Match 46 (14 Jan, 21:00)
- Final: Winner Match 49 vs Winner Match 50 (18 Jan, 20:00)
Annexe Olympique Stadium – Rabat
Seating Capacity: 21,000
Constructed in a remarkable nine months and inaugurated in May 2025, this stadium features a World Athletics-certified track, natural grass pitch, cutting-edge floodlighting, VIP lounges, a dedicated TV studio, and cryotherapy facilities for athlete recovery.
Scheduled Fixtures:
- Tunisia vs Uganda (23 Dec, 21:00, Group C)
- Benin vs Botswana (27 Dec, 13:30, Group D)
- Tanzania vs Tunisia (30 Dec, 17:00, Group C)
Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan Complex – Rabat
Seating Capacity: 22,000
Located on the historic grounds of FUS Rabat, this intimate stadium showcases Berber-inspired design, VIP suites, lounges, and comprehensive media facilities, blending tradition with modernity.
Matches to Watch:
- Algeria vs Sudan (24 Dec, 16:00, Group E)
- Algeria vs Burkina Faso (28 Dec, 18:30, Group E)
- Equatorial Guinea vs Algeria (31 Dec, 17:00, Group E)
- Round of 16: Winner Group E vs Runner-up Group D (6 Jan, 17:00)
Stade El Barid – Rabat
Seating Capacity: 18,000
Located in Rabat’s Agdal district and home to Union Touarga SC, this stadium offers excellent viewing angles, modern media stands, and exclusive VIP areas.
Fixtures:
- DR Congo vs Benin (23 Dec, 13:30, Group D)
- Uganda vs Tanzania (27 Dec, 18:30, Group C)
- Botswana vs DR Congo (30 Dec, 20:00, Group D)
- Round of 16: 2nd Group B vs 2nd Group F (4 Jan, 20:00)
Mohammed V Stadium – Casablanca
Seating Capacity: 67,000
Established in 1955, this iconic stadium, affectionately known as “Donor,” is a cornerstone of African football heritage. It has hosted numerous continental tournaments and remains a symbol of Casablanca’s vibrant football culture.
Notable Matches:
- Mali vs Zambia (22 Dec, 15:00, Group A)
- Burkina Faso vs Equatorial Guinea (24 Dec, 13:30, Group E)
- Zambia vs Comoros (26 Dec, 18:30, Group A)
- Equatorial Guinea vs Sudan (28 Dec, 16:00, Group E)
- Comoros vs Mali (29 Dec, 20:00, Group A)
- Sudan vs Burkina Faso (31 Dec, 17:00, Group E)
- Round of 16: 2nd Group A vs 2nd Group C (3 Jan, 20:00)
- Third-place Playoff (17 Jan, 17:00)
Grand Stade d’Agadir – Agadir
Seating Capacity: 45,480
Opened in 2013 along Morocco’s Atlantic coastline, this contemporary stadium will host both group and knockout stage matches, offering fans a scenic and modern football experience.
Key Fixtures:
- Egypt vs Zimbabwe (22 Dec, 21:00, Group B)
- Cameroon vs Gabon (24 Dec, 21:00, Group F)
- Egypt vs South Africa (26 Dec, 16:00, Group B)
- Gabon vs Mozambique (28 Dec, 13:30, Group F)
- Angola vs Egypt (29 Dec, 17:00, Group B)
- Mozambique vs Cameroon (31 Dec, 20:00, Group F)
- Round of 16: Winner Group B vs 3rd Group A/C/D (5 Jan, 17:00)
- Quarter-final: Winner Match 41 vs Winner Match 44 (10 Jan, 20:00)
Complexe Sportif de Fès – Fès
Seating Capacity: 45,000
Constructed over nearly a decade (1994-2003), this stadium harmonizes traditional Moroccan architectural elements with modern amenities.
Scheduled Matches:
- Nigeria vs Tanzania (23 Dec, 18:30, Group C)
- Nigeria vs Tunisia (27 Dec, 21:00, Group C)
- Uganda vs Nigeria (29 Dec, 17:00, Group C)
- Round of 16: Winner Group C vs 3rd Group A/B/F (5 Jan, 20:00)
Grand Stade de Marrakech – Marrakech
Seating Capacity: 45,240
Located approximately 11 km north of Marrakech’s city center, this stadium features a 5,000-seat auxiliary arena, comprehensive medical facilities, and state-of-the-art media zones.
Fixtures:
- South Africa vs Angola (22 Dec, 18:00, Group B)
- Côte d’Ivoire vs Mozambique (24 Dec, 18:30, Group F)
- Angola vs Zimbabwe (26 Dec, 13:30, Group B)
- Côte d’Ivoire vs Cameroon (28 Dec, 21:00, Group F)
- Zimbabwe vs South Africa (29 Dec, 17:00, Group B)
- Gabon vs Côte d’Ivoire (31 Dec, 20:00, Group F)
- Round of 16: Winner Group F vs 2nd Group E (6 Jan, 20:00)
- Quarter-final: Winner Match 43 vs Winner Match 42 (10 Jan, 17:00)
Grand Stade de Tanger – Tanger
Seating Capacity: 68,000
Inaugurated in 2011 and named after the legendary explorer Ibn Battuta, this stadium will be a key venue for several pivotal group and knockout stage matches.
Highlighted Matches:
- Senegal vs Botswana (23 Dec, 16:00, Group D)
- Senegal vs DR Congo (27 Dec, 16:00, Group D)
- Benin vs Senegal (30 Dec, 20:00, Group D)
- Round of 16: Winner Group D vs 3rd Group B/E/F (3 Jan, 17:00)
- Quarter-final: Winner Match 38 vs Winner Match 37 (9 Jan, 17:00)
- Semi-final: Winner Match 45 vs Winner Match 48 (14 Jan, 18:00)
CAF has confirmed that all these venues meet the highest standards to deliver thrilling football action and vibrant atmospheres, ensuring AFCON 2025 in Morocco will be a spectacular celebration of African football and its rich cultural heritage.
