The proposed stadium in Benslimane is expected to hold close to 115,000 supporters, making it one of the largest football venues in the world. Its design, inspired by traditional Moroccan celebration tents, is intended to give the project a distinct national identity.
Plans reportedly target completion in 2027, leaving time for testing and tournament preparation before the World Cup begins. If delivered as envisioned, the stadium would offer Morocco more than a final venue: it would become the centrepiece of the country’s expanding sporting ambitions.
Morocco’s proposal faces competition from Spain, one of the tournament’s co-hosts alongside Portugal. Madrid’s Santiago Bernabéu has undergone a major modernisation, including a retractable roof and advanced pitch-storage system.
Barcelona’s Camp Nou is also being rebuilt, with plans for a capacity of roughly 105,000. Both stadiums carry enormous football heritage, while Benslimane offers the appeal of a new, purpose-built landmark.
Lekjaa also imagined a dramatic matchup involving Morocco and France, saying: “E, se Deus quiser, que haja uma final entre Marrocos e França para que possamos nos vingar.” His remark adds emotion to a venue campaign already rich in symbolism.
The next step belongs to . As construction advances and the Spanish alternatives take shape, the contest for the 2030 World Cup final will become one of the tournament’s defining storylines.