AFCON 2025 in Morocco Also Resonates in Nairobi, Kenya
The jubilant and masterfully staged opening ceremony held at the iconic Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations resonated far beyond Morocco’s borders, reaching the Kenyan capital thousands of kilometers away.
In Nairobi, Moroccans living in Kenya, joined by several Kenyan friends and partners, gathered at the initiative of the Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco to watch side by side the opening match and an inaugural ceremony unanimously praised for its grandeur, highlighting African football and the spirit of fraternity it embodies.
Broadcast from the Moulay Abdellah Stadium, the images made a strong impression. Kenyans in attendance applauded enthusiastically, captivated by the spectacle of lights, while Moroccans, all smiles, freely expressed their emotion at seeing their country honor the African continent.
Beyond the opening ceremony, which is set to leave a lasting mark, Kenyan spectators were also able to appreciate the exceptional level of organization deployed by the Kingdom, reflecting an ambitious vision and proven expertise in hosting major sporting events.
Amid smiles, discussions and applause, the audience followed the opening match with passion. The encounter lived up to expectations and was crowned by a spectacular overhead kick from Ayoub El Kaabi, a moment that electrified the residence of the Moroccan Embassy in Nairobi.
More than a simple sports broadcast, the moment rekindled a strong sense of belonging within the Moroccan community and strengthened bonds of solidarity. For the duration of the match, the distance between Nairobi and the motherland seemed to vanish entirely.
On site, Kenyan journalists who witnessed the spectacle could not hide their admiration. Speaking openly, they praised the splendor of the organization. “Are we really in Africa? And are you sure?” exclaimed one of them, astonished by the beauty of this unprecedented display.
Through this gathering, marked by the presence of the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the Republic of Kenya and the Republic of South Sudan, Abderrazzak Laassel, Moroccans in Kenya reaffirmed their unwavering attachment to the national colors and their support for the Lions of the Atlas, turning the opening night of AFCON 2025 into a moment of collective communion filled with emotion, pride and patriotism.
Editorial team/le7tv
