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Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat: 2030 guide

A rebuilt and operational stadium with more than 68,000 seats and a central role in Rabat's sporting infrastructure.

Current status

The new Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium opened on 5 September 2025 and is already hosting international fixtures in 2026. CAF lists 68,095 seats, expandable to 68,700 for the 2030 configuration.

Last reviewed

2 October 2026

Saleable capacity, gates and access plans may vary by event. Check the information for your specific match.

City

Rabat

CAF capacity

68,095

Opened

5 September 2025

Status

Operational

A stadium already in service

Unlike several venues still undergoing major work, the new Prince Moulay Abdellah complex is operational. ANEP confirms its formal opening in September 2025 after an 18-month build.

The Moroccan federation continues to schedule matches there in 2026, providing direct evidence of current use.

Capacity and configuration

CAF lists a capacity of 68,095 and says it can be expanded to 68,700 for 2030. Actual ticket inventory can still vary by event because of operational zones and seating holds.

Rabat as a travel base

Rabat is one of the easier Moroccan cities for a short event stay: rail, tram, historic centre and modern districts are relatively close. It is also connected to Casablanca and Tangier by fast rail.

For a match, check the final shuttle plan and road restrictions. A normal-day route may not be the recommended event route.

Arriving from another city

Casablanca is close by rail and Tangier remains accessible through Al Boraq, but avoid a connection timed to the minute. If the match matters, sleeping in Rabat the previous night lowers risk.

Prepare a Rabat match

1

Check official match time and access plan.

2

Choose a hotel with simple station or urban-transport access.

3

Leave time for screening around the complex.

4

Do not confuse stadium capacity with tickets released for sale.

5

Plan the post-match return before leaving.

6

Keep buffer if continuing to Casablanca or Tangier.

FAQ

Is Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium open?+

Yes. It opened on 5 September 2025 and is already hosting matches.

What is the capacity?+

CAF lists 68,095 seats, expandable to 68,700 for 2030.

Can I travel from Casablanca on match day?+

Rail makes it possible, but a large buffer is recommended and event transport plans should be checked.

Official sources

The stadium is operational, but match logistics vary by event.

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