In a historic announcement that has captured global attention, Morocco has unveiled plans to build the world’s largest football stadium, ahead of its co-hosting duties for the FIFA World Cup 2030 alongside Spain and Portugal. The upcoming Grand Stade Hassan II, to be built near Casablanca, is set to seat a record-breaking 115,000 spectators—surpassing all existing football stadiums worldwide.
The $500 million mega-project will feature cutting-edge design inspired by traditional Moroccan architecture, a massive aluminum lattice roof, and eco-conscious features such as solar energy integration and surrounding botanical gardens. Designed by the renowned architecture firm Populous, in collaboration with Oualalou + Choi, the stadium will cover a sprawling 100-hectare complex in El Mansouria, approximately 38 km from Casablanca.
Construction began in 2024, and the stadium is expected to be completed by late 2027, well ahead of the World Cup. Officials are pitching the stadium as a potential venue for the 2030 FIFA World Cup Final, though competition remains stiff with Spain’s Santiago Bernabéu and Barcelona’s Camp Nou also in contention.
“We are not just building a stadium—we are building a symbol of modern Morocco,” said Sports Minister Chakib Benmoussa. “This will be a national landmark, a hub for global football, and a source of pride for generations.”
Beyond football, the stadium will anchor a multi-use district including sports academies, hotels, shopping centers, and entertainment arenas—promising long-term economic and social benefits for the region.
If completed as planned, Grand Stade Hassan II will redefine global sports infrastructure and solidify Morocco’s position as a leader in international event hosting.
