Keywords: Sports infrastructure


Gaza hosts first football tournament in over two years

On a patch of artificial turf surrounded by rubble and shattered buildings, Gaza held its first organized football tournament in more than two years on Tuesday, as local teams took to a makeshift field in the ruins of the Tal al-Hawa district in Gaza City. Jabalia Youth faced Al-Sadaqa, while Beit Hanoun......

Sébastien Desabre: Morocco a driving force for African Football development

Sébastien Desabre, coach of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) national football team, praised Morocco as a driving force for football development in Africa, highlighting the country's world-class sports infrastructure. Speaking at a pre-match press conference ahead of......

Saudi Arabia adjusts World Cup stadium plans amid fiscal pressures

Saudi Arabia’s ambitious plans to host a record-breaking football spectacle in 2034 are entering a more cautious phase as the kingdom reassesses its approach to infrastructure development. Authorities have scaled back some stadium designs, adjusted budgets, and delayed construction timelines to......

Sports infrastructures: Morocco confirms its status as an international reference

Morocco is strengthening its position as a global benchmark in sports infrastructure through a continuous and ambitious modernization program, according to Spanish sports daily Marca. With the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025) and the co-organization of the FIFA World Cup 2030 with Spain and......

Fouzi Lekjaa: Morocco’s success in organizing AFCON 2025 is a victory for all Africa

Fouzi Lekjaa, President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), stated on Wednesday in Salé that Morocco’s successful organization of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will be “not only a victory for the Kingdom but a success for the entire African continent.” During......

Rabat’s transformation into a sports capital ahead of AFCON 2025

Rabat is positioning itself as Morocco's premier sports city as the country prepares to host the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) from December 21, 2025, to January 19, 2026. Historically regarded as a quiet administrative capital, Rabat has undergone a remarkable transformation, blending state-of-the-art......

Tangier authorities unveil stadium access portal ahead of AFCON reopening

Local authorities in Tangier have launched an innovative digital portal, "Accès Stade," designed to simplify access to the newly renovated Grand Stade de Tanger. The platform, introduced by Tanja Mobilité, offers real-time updates on transportation options, parking facilities,......

A Stadium in the Sky? Saudi Arabia’s ambitious plan for World Cup 2034

Saudi Arabia has unveiled an ambitious plan to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, including the construction of a futuristic “sky stadium.” The proposal envisions a floating or elevated stadium with advanced architectural features, combining innovation with sustainability. Officials say the project......

Palm-inspired design and Moroccan craftsmanship define Rabat’s new stadium

The Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, a 68,700-capacity architectural masterpiece, has become Morocco’s newest beacon of sports and culture. Officially inaugurated on September 5 with a commanding 5-0 victory by the Atlas Lions over Niger in a CAF qualifying match, the stadium is set to......