Morocco’s Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium set for Guinness world record recognition
The newly rebuilt Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat could secure a place in the Guinness Book of Records after being reconstructed in just 18 months, an extraordinary pace rarely matched in global stadium projects.
The stadium, inaugurated on 5 September 2025 during Morocco’s emphatic 5-0 win over Niger in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, now seats 68,700 spectators, making it the second-largest venue in the country after the Grand Stade de Casablanca.
Its unveiling marked the end of a rapid transformation, replacing the old structure that was demolished in the summer of 2023.
A lightning-fast revival
What makes this project remarkable is not only its scale but also its speed. From demolition to completion, the stadium was rebuilt in just a year and a half — a feat that local outlet Le360 suggests could be recognized by Guinness World Records as the fastest reconstruction of its kind worldwide.
Blending tradition with modernity
Architecturally, the complex was designed to merge Moroccan cultural identity with modern sporting needs. Its striking facade, decorated with motifs inspired by palm leaves, aims to highlight Morocco’s ambition to deliver facilities that are both aesthetically unique and highly functional.
Officials view the project as a symbol of the country’s growing influence in sports infrastructure development, especially as Morocco prepares to host the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and co-organize the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
Building on Tangier’s achievement
The Rabat project follows closely on the heels of another record-setting Moroccan stadium feat. Just two months earlier, the Grand Stade de Tangier earned recognition for completing the installation of 60 giant metal beams in only 28 days — a pace that surpassed benchmarks previously held by Madrid’s Wanda Metropolitano.
By adding Rabat to its list of infrastructure triumphs, Morocco is reinforcing what officials describe as a deliberate national strategy rather than a series of isolated achievements.
Awaiting Guinness confirmation
If Guinness World Records validates the claim, Morocco will have secured its second global recognition in under a year. Such milestones would further cement the country’s reputation as a continental leader in developing world-class sporting facilities.
The Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium is now more than a venue for football; it stands as a statement of Morocco’s capacity to combine speed, innovation and cultural identity on the international stage.
يا لها من مباراة رائعة، أجواء مميزة، وأداء مُبهر من أسود الأطلس! 🦁🇲🇦
استمتعوا بأفضل لحظات هذه الليلة التي لا تُنسى، برعاية راعينا الرسمي “هاير”.What an incredible game, ambiance, and performance by our Atlas Lions! Enjoy the best moments of this unforgettable night, proudly… pic.twitter.com/hIzLY3lM8s
— Équipe du Maroc (@EnMaroc) September 6, 2025
