The Confederation of African Football has approved six stadia across five cities to host the matches of the forth coming WAFCON.
Olympic Stadium in Rabat
The stadium is located 7km from the center of Rabat, the country’s capital. The venue was primarily constructed for the use of football, and it has VIP and hospitality areas with the most recent technological advancements.
The football stadium within the sports complex has allocated seating for VVIP and VIP boxes, VIP lounges, a VVIP lounge, four hospitality lounges, and a press box alongside the overall seating area. Then, on the field, the stadium has a hybrid natural turf combining natural grass and synthetic fibers. Then there are four changing rooms within the stadium with ergonomic equipment for the players. Also at the sports complex venue, there’s a car park for 5,200 cars.
It will host the opening match Morocco and Zambia. It will also host the final match on July 26.
Larbi Zaouli Stadium in Casablanca
It is a multi-use stadium in Casablanca, Morocco. It is used mostly for football matches and TAS de Casablanca, Raja CA and Wydad CA are the current tenants. The stadium has a capacity of 18,600 people after being and was renovated in 2019.
It will host all Super Falcons group matches against Tunisia, Botswana and Algeria. It will also host one quarter-final and semi-final matchs respectively as well as the third placed match.
Pere Jego Stadium in Casablanca
The Père Jégo Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Casablanca, Morocco. It is used mostly for football matches and is the home ground of Racing Casablanca. The stadium was named after Moroccan footballer and manager Pere Jego. The stadium currently holds 10,000 spectators.
It will host three matches in Nigeria’s group: Algeria vs Botswana, Tunisia vs Algeria and Botswana vs Tunisia.
El Bachir Stadium in Mohammedia
El Bachir Stadium is a multi-use stadium in Mohammedia, Morocco, built in 1954. It is currently used mostly for football matches. The stadium holds up to 10,000 people.
The stadium bore the name “Bachir” after Chabab Mohammedia’s player during the 1950s and 1960s, Sir Abdessalam Bachir, a promising player who died in a tragic accident. The area of the official stadium with the stands is 11 hectares, while the annexed stadium area takes three hectares, and there is the third area that will soon be inaugurated as a sports hall.
It will host three group stage matches: Sengal vs DR Congo, DR Congo vs Morocco and DR Congo vs Zambia.
Honor Stadium In Oujda
Honor Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Oujda, Morocco It is used mostly for football matches, and it’s the 7th largest stadium in Morocco with a capacity of 35,000 and it has a natural grass pitch.
The Honor Stadium is located approximately 5 kilometres from the center of the city, 2 kilometres from the railway station, and 17 kilometres from Oujda Angads airport.
It will host three group matches including the epic battle between defending champions, South Africa against Ghana as well as Tanzania vs South Africa and South Africa vs Mali. It will also host one quarter-final match.
The Stade Municipal de Berkane, located in the city of Berkane in the Eastern of Morocco. It has a seating capacity of 10,000 spectators; the stadium underwent significant improvements in 2017 when a natural lawn replaced the synthetic turf that was initially installed.
The stadium gained recognition when it hosted the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup between RS Berkane and Zamalek SC on 19 May 2019.
The stadium features several essential facilities, including a foyer, a hall of honor, a doping control room, a nursing room, two clothes warehouses, sanitary facilities, and a meeting room for referees.
The playing field is covered with artificial grass that incorporates natural fibers, ensuring an optimal playing surface for the players. With its modern amenities and rich sporting history, the Stade Municipal de Berkane continues to serve as a symbol of pride for both the local community and fans of the beautiful game.
It will host three group matches, and a quarter-final match. The three group matches are: Mali vs Tanzania, Ghana vs Mali and Ghana vs Tanzania.
