RABAT

A modern and forward-thinking capital, Rabat champions sustainability: trams, tree-lined parks, botanical gardens… the city lives in harmony with its green spaces. These extend all the way to the banks of the Bou Regreg River, where a landscaped corniche invites you to walk, play, or simply relax. In this serene setting, football blends into everyday life with elegance and passion, just like the city itself.

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In RABAT, you can

  • Attend a match at Stade Moulay Abdellah, surrounded by greenery, in a calm and family-friendly atmosphere. A reflection of the city.
  • Walk along Avenue Annakhil, under the palm trees of Hay Riad, and then head to Salé to visit the Moroccan Football Museum, where you can relive some of the sport’s greatest national moments.
  • Stroll along the Bou Regreg River after a match, among joggers, families, and fans still singing into the night.

AFCON 2025 IN RABAT: WHEN?

Rabat will host more matches than any other city, spread across four venues. Stade Moulay Abdellah (69,500 seats) will host both the tournament’s opening match and the final.

Date / TimeStage
January 18, 20268:00 PM
Final
January 14, 20268:30 PM
Semi-final (SF2)
January 9, 20268:30 PM
Quarter-final (Q2)
January 6, 20266:00 PM
Round of 16 (H6)
January 4, 20268:30 PM
Round of 16 (H8)
January 4, 20266:00 PM
Round of 16 (H4)

RABAT: EXPERIENCES NOT TO MISS

  • Explore a city steeped in history

    Explore a city steeped in history

    Behind ramparts and across gardens, museums, and boulevards, Rabat is both a modern capital and a city of history. Its landmarks, like the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Hassan Tower, stand alongside contemporary culture hubs such as the Mohammed VI Museum, galleries, and international events.

  • Wander between ocean, river, and gardens

    Wander between ocean, river, and gardens

    Rabat sits between the Bou Regreg River and the Atlantic Ocean. With urban beaches, riverside paths, and large parks, it’s a city made for strolling.

  • Explore the medina and the Oudayas

    Explore the medina and the Oudayas

    Less touristy than other medinas, Rabat’s old town is authentic and vibrant. The blue-and-white kasbah of the Oudayas overlooks the sea: the perfect spot to pause between matches.

  • Stay active in a structured setting

    Stay active in a structured setting

    With its modern sports infrastructure and many clubs, Rabat offers plenty of ways to play, train, or work out. Public fields and gyms are easily accessible citywide.

  • Explore a city steeped in history

    Explore a city steeped in history

    Behind ramparts and across gardens, museums, and boulevards, Rabat is both a modern capital and a city of history. Its landmarks, like the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Hassan Tower, stand alongside contemporary culture hubs such as the Mohammed VI Museum, galleries, and international events.

  • Wander between ocean, river, and gardens

    Wander between ocean, river, and gardens

    Rabat sits between the Bou Regreg River and the Atlantic Ocean. With urban beaches, riverside paths, and large parks, it’s a city made for strolling.

  • Explore the medina and the Oudayas

    Explore the medina and the Oudayas

    Less touristy than other medinas, Rabat’s old town is authentic and vibrant. The blue-and-white kasbah of the Oudayas overlooks the sea: the perfect spot to pause between matches.

  • Stay active in a structured setting

    Stay active in a structured setting

    With its modern sports infrastructure and many clubs, Rabat offers plenty of ways to play, train, or work out. Public fields and gyms are easily accessible citywide.

  • Explore a city steeped in history

    Explore a city steeped in history

    Behind ramparts and across gardens, museums, and boulevards, Rabat is both a modern capital and a city of history. Its landmarks, like the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Hassan Tower, stand alongside contemporary culture hubs such as the Mohammed VI Museum, galleries, and international events.

  • Wander between ocean, river, and gardens

    Wander between ocean, river, and gardens

    Rabat sits between the Bou Regreg River and the Atlantic Ocean. With urban beaches, riverside paths, and large parks, it’s a city made for strolling.

  • Explore the medina and the Oudayas

    Explore the medina and the Oudayas

    Less touristy than other medinas, Rabat’s old town is authentic and vibrant. The blue-and-white kasbah of the Oudayas overlooks the sea: the perfect spot to pause between matches.

  • Stay active in a structured setting

    Stay active in a structured setting

    With its modern sports infrastructure and many clubs, Rabat offers plenty of ways to play, train, or work out. Public fields and gyms are easily accessible citywide.

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