A Premature but Significant Rumor:
Why does this rumor persist? Why does Morocco’s name repeatedly come up when discussing the first CAN under the new quadrennial format adopted by CAF? The answer can be summed up in one word: credibility.
CAN 2025, currently taking place in Morocco, has already impressed. National teams, officials, media, and fans unanimously praise the quality of infrastructure, logistical fluidity, modern stadiums, and the overall mastery of the event. This success goes beyond sports, positioning Morocco as a central pillar of African football.
Morocco Structurally Ready, Even Without a Bid:
Even without an official announcement, Morocco already meets nearly all the requirements for hosting a major continental competition—and even anticipates them.
The construction of the Hassan II Stadium in Casablanca, set to become the largest stadium in the world by 2028, is part of a long-term vision linked to the 2030 World Cup, but it also strengthens the Kingdom’s capacity to host other major events.
This is complemented by massive investments in transportation (high-speed trains, airports), hotels, sports facilities, and urban development. All of these elements make Morocco a natural candidate, even in the absence of an official bid.
CAF Facing the Evidence of Morocco’s Readiness:
The CAF has not yet officially opened the bidding process for CAN 2028. But one question arises: can it ignore a country that already offers the highest level of organization on the continent?
Morocco is not rushing. It is advancing methodically, without flashy announcements, preferring to let the facts speak for themselves—a strategy that paradoxically fuels further speculation.
Morocco as a Logical Continuation:
So, will Morocco be a candidate for CAN 2028? Officially, nothing has been decided. Strategically, everything is ready. Politically, sportingly, and logistically, the Kingdom already stands out as a natural choice rather than just a contender.
Translated from Abderrazzak Boussaid’s French article – le7tv
