Morocco will face Niger in a 2026 World Cup qualifier at the newly renovated Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, confirmed the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF).
The match is set for Friday, September 5, with kick-off at 8:00 pm Morocco time. Walid Regragui’s team only needs one point to secure qualification for the finals.
This will be the national team’s first game at the stadium since its major renovations, which included upgrades to the pitch, infrastructure, and fan and media facilities.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who visited the complex in July, praised the stadium as a "jewel of world football." He stated on Instagram, "This stadium is one of the most modern, efficient, and beautiful arenas in the world, projecting Morocco at the elite of the global game."
During his visit, Infantino also inaugurated FIFA’s Africa regional office at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Salé, calling it "a historic moment" for FIFA, Morocco, and African football.
CAF President Patrice Motsepe, who attended the inauguration, remarked, “There could not be a better place to establish this office.”
FRMF President Fouzi Lekjaa emphasized Morocco’s goal of becoming a hub for football development, stating, “Morocco has been and will remain your second home. We will continue working together for comprehensive development, including advancing football for boys and girls, based on values of openness and tolerance.”
The Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium is also a key venue for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2030 World Cup, which Morocco will co-host with Spain and Portugal. The renovated stadium will feature a football-specific design and a capacity of 68,700. Work is expected to be completed by late 2025, with further upgrades underway at other major venues, including the Grand Stade de Tanger, Stade de Fès, Grand Stade Hassan II in Benslimane, Grand Stade d’Agadir, and Grand Stade de Marrakech.