Moroccan football legend Mohamed Taimoumi confirmed that Morocco’s success in organizing the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is based on an integrated and effective system that combines advanced sports infrastructure, modern transportation networks, and high-level reception capabilities.
In a press statement, Al-Taymoumi praised the quality of sports facilities in the Kingdom, considering that the organizational success that characterized this tournament strengthens Morocco’s position as a natural candidate for the continental coronation.
The Moroccan football legend said: “Through this cup, Morocco demonstrates its readiness to meet the greatest challenges,” adding that these gains go beyond the framework of the current competition, and form a solid basis for the joint organization of the 2030 World Cup with Spain and Portugal, thus enhancing the international credibility of the Moroccan model.
The speaker also highlighted that the Kingdom is going through an “unprecedented period of radiance,” driven by the outstanding performance of the national teams and the successive successes of Moroccan clubs on the continental and international arenas. He considered that this dynamic is the result of a long-term strategic vision and strict governance of national football, under the leadership of King Mohammed VI.
Speaking about the public momentum accompanying this tournament, the former African Ballon d’Or winner considered that playing the African Cup of Nations on home soil, after the experience of 1988, constitutes a “historic opportunity,” especially in light of the intense presence and strong support of the Moroccan fans, who have filled the stands and enthusiastically supported the team since the start of the competition.
On the sporting level, Mohamed Al-Taymoumi praised the qualifications of the current generation of the “Atlas Lions,” stating that it is “capable of competing with the strongest international teams.” He also mentioned the historical path of the Moroccan team in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, which culminated in reaching the semi-finals, highlighting that this achievement profoundly changed the world’s view of Moroccan football.
The spokesman said in this context: “Today, all teams face Morocco with a lot of caution,” noting that the national team relies on players who play in the strongest European tournaments, which makes it a respected team that has great immunity to manage the pressure of major competitions on the field.
Looking ahead to the aftermath of the African Cup of Nations, the African football legend expressed his optimism regarding Morocco’s participation in the 2026 World Cup, adding that the current dynamism, in addition to the continuous renewal of the talent pool thanks to grassroots work within the youth teams and training centers, opens promising horizons for achieving honorable results.
Al-Timoumi concluded that the continental coronation during the African Cup of Nations organized in Morocco would be “the logical culmination of an ambitious and coherent sports policy,” which would consolidate the Kingdom’s position at the forefront of African football, and at the same time prepare with confidence for the 2030 World Cup.
