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Scottish Sun
18-07-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
World's biggest stadium with 115,000 capacity will NOT host World Cup final… despite being built for 2030 showpiece
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WHAT will become the world's biggest stadium will NOT host the World Cup final, despite being built specifically for the tournament. The 2030 World Cup will mark the 100th anniversary of the first ever edition held back in 1930. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 The Grande Stade Hassan II is set to be the largest stadium in world football Credit: Populous 6 It will feature a stunning design with a record 115,000 capacity Credit: Populous 6 It could be completed as soon as 2027 Credit: SPA 6 However reports say it will not host the final Credit: SPA 6 Instead, that honour will go to Real Madrid's Bernabeu stadium Credit: Getty For the most part, it will be hosted by three different countries: Spain, Portugal and Morocco, with the stretch across two continents making it the first of its kind. And last year, the latter nation announced plans to build a stunning 115,000-capacity stadium ready for sports' biggest event, known as the Grand Stade Hassan II. The stadium will feature 32 stairways, botanical gardens and a 100-hectare sports and leisure district. Work on the project is already underway in the Benslimane province just east of Casablanca, with the build possibly being completed as soon as 2027 - ahead of initial 2028 estimates. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL BLOCK 'N WHITE ARMY Toon owners refusing to sell Isak to Liverpool even if he's tempted However, Spanish publication Marca have suggested the bespoke stadium will not host the final. Instead, the report claims that honour will fall to Madrid's Bernabeu stadium, which comparatively holds 85,000 fans. Real Madrid's stadium, Barcelona's Camp Nou and the Grand Stade Hassan II were said to all be under consideration for hosting rights. But an agreement has reportedly been reached between Fifa and Real Madrid over its use for the final. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK It's claimed Fifa have never hidden its desire to place the final of the World Cup at the Bernabeu stadium. Morocco will be the first-ever Northern African nation to host the World Cup, and were the first African nation to reach the semi-finals in Qatar in 2022. Saudi Arabia release new pictures of 92,000-capacity 'germinating seed' King Salman Stadium ahead of 2034 World Cup An estimated £400million is set to be spent on building the state-of-the-art Grand Stade Hassan II and improving the surrounding infrastructure. Each end has been crafted into a bowl shape to maximise the fan experience through the sights and sounds. Five tiers of hospitality are also being built into the stadium to host the rich and famous. Up to 12,000 ultra-luxurious boxes will be available to VIPs as well as a custom "royal box" for special guests. Outside of the ground, the bizarre yet unforgettable style of the stadium is set to provide a unique fan experience. The inspiration comes from traditional Moroccan "Moussem tents", say designers, Populous. Concept pictures of the Grande Stade Hassan II show the structure is being made of giant aluminium sheets which appear to be slightly see through to allow for natural light. The tented roof also covers "an oasis of greenery" which is being added to the area and built into the stadium. Additional basketball and football pitches will also be available for fans inside the ground, according to previously released images.
The Sun
18-07-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
World's biggest stadium with 115,000 capacity will NOT host World Cup final… despite being built for 2030 showpiece
WHAT will become the world's biggest stadium will NOT host the World Cup final, despite being built specifically for the tournament. The 2030 World Cup will mark the 100th anniversary of the first ever edition held back in 1930. 5 5 5 5 5 For the most part, it will be hosted by three different countries: Spain Portugal and Morocco, with the stretch across two continents making it the first of its kind. And last year, the latter nation announced plans to build a stunning 115,000-capacity stadium ready for sports' biggest event, known as the Grand Stade Hassan II. The stadium will feature 32 stairways, botanical gardens and a 100-hectare sports and leisure district. Work on the project is already underway in the Benslimane province just east of Casablanca, with the build possibly being completed as soon as 2027 - ahead of initial 2028 estimates. However, Spanish publication Marca have suggested the bespoke stadium will not host the final. Instead, the report claims that honour will fall to Madrid 's Bernabeu stadium, which comparatively holds 85,000 fans. But an agreement has reportedly been reached between Fifa and Real Madrid over its use for the final. It's claimed Fifa have never hidden its desire to place the final of the World Cup at the Bernabeu stadium. Morocco will be the first-ever Northern African nation to host the World Cup, and were the first African nation to reach the semi-finals in Qatar in 2022. An estimated £400million is set to be spent on building the state-of-the-art Grand Stade Hassan II and improving the surrounding infrastructure. Each end has been crafted into a bowl shape to maximise the fan experience through the sights and sounds. Five tiers of hospitality are also being built into the stadium to host the rich and famous. Up to 12,000 ultra-luxurious boxes will be available to VIPs as well as a custom "royal box" for special guests. Outside of the ground, the bizarre yet unforgettable style of the stadium is set to provide a unique fan experience. The inspiration comes from traditional Moroccan "Moussem tents", say designers, Populous. Concept pictures of the Grande Stade Hassan II show the structure is being made of giant aluminium sheets which appear to be slightly see through to allow for natural light. The tented roof also covers "an oasis of greenery" which is being added to the area and built into the stadium. Additional basketball and football pitches will also be available for fans inside the ground, according to previously released images.
Morocco World
11-06-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
TGCC, SGTM Win $320 Million Deal for Casablanca's Grand Stadium
Rabat – Moroccan construction giants TGCC and SGTM were awarded the second lot of the Grand Stade Hassan II project in Casablanca, a major infrastructure undertaking planned for Benslimane. The deal, reportedly valued at MAD 3.2 billion ($320 million), comes after the tender process closed on June 10. The two companies, which submitted the only bid, met all the technical and financial conditions required for this stage of the project. The scope of work includes heavy construction, waterproofing, steel framework, interior finishes, and carpentry. The stadium, described as a strategic national investment, shows Morocco's broader ambitions in sports infrastructure as the country prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) laid out a timeline that targets December 2027 for completion. Morocco is pulling out all the stops as it prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal. From massive stadium construction to sweeping infrastructure revamps, the North African country is racing ahead to match international standards and deliver a smooth experience to teams and fans. Yet, this ambitious push comes at a time of looming economic worries, which does not fail to raise questions about how much more the country can stretch. While the effort signals determination and national pride, it also reveals the high stakes Morocco faces in balancing aspirations and domestic realities.
