Morocco Prepares for 2030 FIFA World Cup
(MENAFN) Morocco, one of the six countries hosting the 2030 FIFA World Cup, is actively preparing the Grand Stade de Tanger in Tangier for the upcoming international event.
Since securing the rights to host the tournament last year, the nation has been moving rapidly with its preparations.
Among the key venues is the Ibn Battuta Stadium, one of Morocco’s largest stadiums, named after the famous explorer and originally inaugurated in 2011 with a seating capacity of 45,000.
After undergoing a comprehensive redesign, the stadium’s name has officially changed to the Grand Stade de Tanger.
The Moroccan government has invested $360 million in modernizing the stadium, a project that was nearly 95% finished by early September.
The renovation aims not only to improve the stadium's functionality but also to expand the number of spectators it can accommodate.
Architect Anouar Amaoui, who was responsible for the stadium’s initial design, led the renovation efforts.
Key changes include removing the athletics track to enhance sightlines for fans and introducing new VIP sections modeled after the Mercedes-Benz Arena in Atlanta, USA.
Thanks to these improvements, the stadium's capacity has increased to 75,000 spectators.
Additionally, the Grand Stade de Tanger now serves as the home venue for Ittihad Tanger, a team competing in Morocco’s First Division.
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