Behind the scenes of international football, Morocco is reportedly intensifying its efforts to secure the right to host the final match of the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which will be jointly organized by Morocco, Spain, and Portugal.
Although FIFA has not yet decided which country will host the final, competition remains open among the three host nations, each aiming to strengthen its position in hosting one of the tournament’s most prestigious matches.
Morocco’s push comes in the wake of controversy surrounding the recent friendly match between Egypt and Spain, which witnessed incidents described as racist behavior, including offensive chants and jeering during the playing of the Egyptian national anthem.
According to Spanish media reports, Moroccan sources argue that their stadiums provide a safer environment free from such incidents, strengthening their case to host the final on their soil instead of Spain, as part of their broader effort to present a well-controlled and incident-free hosting model.
Reports also highlight that this stance is influenced by previous incidents of racism reported in some Spanish stadiums in recent years, raising broader concerns about the ability to effectively address such issues in football environments.
Meanwhile, FIFA and organizing stakeholders are closely monitoring the situation, with indications that the decision regarding the final’s venue remains open and no final ruling has been made yet.
Following the friendly match controversy, the Spanish government publicly condemned the incidents and initiated an official investigation. Additionally, the Spanish Football Federation issued an apology to their Egyptian counterparts in an attempt to contain the situation and ease tensions.
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