Morocco allocates MAD 1.98 billion for six stadium projects ahead of 2030 World Cup

Morocco has earmarked MAD 550 million (55 billion centimes) for the Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex in Rabat under its draft 2027 Finance Law, as preparations continue for the 2030 FIFA World Cup.

The allocation appears in the Finance Bill’s accompanying report on the regional distribution of public investment, which outlines planned funding for several major sports infrastructure projects.

The amount represents payment credits scheduled for 2027 as part of a wider investment programme, rather than a separate renovation project announced outside the complex’s existing budget.

According to the report, the total investment cost associated with the Rabat sports complex stands at approximately MAD 6.74 billion. However, the specific works to be financed through the proposed allocation have not yet been publicly detailed.

New Funding Follows 2025 Reconstruction

The proposed allocation comes just over a year after the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium reopened following extensive reconstruction.

Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan officially inaugurated the stadium on September 4, 2025, ahead of Morocco’s World Cup qualifying match against Niger the following day.

The reconstructed venue can accommodate more than 68,000 spectators and was designed to meet FIFA requirements for major international competitions, including the 2030 World Cup.

The stadium also served as one of the principal venues for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, hosted by Morocco.

The latest funding allocation raises questions about which additional works or outstanding project commitments it will cover.

Morocco Plans MAD 1.98 Billion for Stadium Projects

The draft Finance Law includes approximately MAD 1.98 billion in payment credits for six major stadium projects linked to the 2030 World Cup.

The planned Hassan II Stadium in Benslimane receives the largest allocation, at MAD 889 million. Rabat’s Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex follows with MAD 550 million, while Tangier’s Grand Stadium is allocated MAD 494 million.

Smaller amounts are also earmarked for stadium projects in Fez, Marrakech and Agadir.

The investments form part of Morocco’s preparations to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal.

However, the proposed funding remains subject to parliamentary approval of the 2027 Finance Bill.