Marrakech: The Spanish sports daily Marca has devoted a feature to the future Hassan II Grand Stadium in Casablanca, describing it as an ‘engineering masterclass’ destined to become the ‘temple’ of the 2030 World Cup.

According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, the stadium, designed to accommodate 115,000 spectators, stands out for its ambition and scale, representing an unprecedented technological leap for the African continent.

In its article, Marca highlights that the project received the highest rating among the stadiums proposed by the co-host countries of the 2030 World Cup (Morocco, Spain, and Portugal), earning a score of 4.3 out of 5 from FIFA inspectors. The newspaper emphasizes the stadium’s architectural design, inspired by traditional Moroccan tents and spread over a 140-hectare site, noting that the ring defining the venue, exceptional in size, would require several minutes to circle by vehicle.

The infrastructure will be directly connected to Casablanca and Rabat via a motorway network and will incorporate the latest technological innovations, including an advanced internal communication system and a next-generation hybrid pitch adapted to local climatic conditions. Beyond the 2030 World Cup, the Spanish media outlet notes that the Hassan II Grand Stadium will host the headquarters of the national team and serve as the home ground for Casablanca clubs Wydad and Raja, thereby strengthening the city’s sporting momentum.

Finally, the Spanish daily recalls that this project is part of the Kingdom’s broader strategy of infrastructural excellence, already showcased through the organization of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.