By: Sahr Morris Jr
The World Football governing body, FIFA has confirmed the North African state of Morocco to co-host the 2030 World Cup.
Morocco has officially been designated as one of the hosts for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, marking a significant milestone for African football.
Aside from the African nation, Spain and Portugal are the other hosts and the decision to select Morocco underscores its growing influence in the global football community. This decision was unanimously approved during an Extraordinary FIFA Congress held on Wednesday, with participation from all 211 Member Associations.
FIFA praised the joint bid, which received an impressive score of 4.2 out of 5, surpassing the minimum hosting requirements. Morocco will become the second African nation to host the World Cup, following South Africa in 2010.
The tournament will also include matches in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay to commemorate the centenary of the first World Cup.
While the opening matches will occur in South America, Morocco will play a key role in the event, further establishing itself in international football.
This selection highlights Africa’s capacity to host world-class events and contributes to the continent’s football legacy.
The 2030 World Cup will be the first hosted across two continents, reinforcing FIFA’s commitment to cultural unity and the global expansion of football.
Morocco will join Spain and Portugal in welcoming the world to a remarkable celebration of football, diversity, and heritage.
Also, Morocco will be the second African Nation to host the FIFA World Cup after South Africa in 2010.
