{"id":61592,"date":"2025-09-13T22:06:58","date_gmt":"2025-09-13T22:06:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/lesotho\/all-news\/morocco-unveils-countdown-to-africa-cup-of-nations-2025"},"modified":"2025-09-13T22:36:00","modified_gmt":"2025-09-13T22:36:00","slug":"morocco-unveils-countdown-to-africa-cup-of-nations-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/lesotho\/all-news\/morocco-unveils-countdown-to-africa-cup-of-nations-2025","title":{"rendered":"Morocco Unveils Countdown to Africa Cup of Nations 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Lesotho. <\/strong><\/span>The countdown to the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 is officially underway.<\/p>\n<p>With just 100 days to go before the continent\u2019s biggest football festival kicks off, organisers have unveiled giant countdown clocks in all six host cities\u2014Rabat, Casablanca, Fe\u0300s, Tangier, Marrakech, and Agadir.<\/p>\n<p>The symbolic installations are a striking reminder to fans across Africa that the 35th edition of the prestigious tournament is almost here.<\/p>\n<p>The tournament will begin on 21 December 2025 in Rabat, with hosts Morocco set to face Comoros in the highly anticipated opening match.<\/p>\n<p>This marks the country\u2019s first time hosting the AFCON since 1988, and officials are promising a world-class fan experience in some of Africa\u2019s most iconic stadiums.<\/p>\n<p>Each host city is expected to erupt in football fever, blending Morocco\u2019s renowned hospitality with the thrilling atmosphere of African football.<\/p>\n<p>The final will take place in Rabat on 18 January 2026, when a new champion will be crowned.<\/p>\n<p>The unveiling of the clocks also highlights Morocco\u2019s growing status in world football as it prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal.<\/p>\n<p>With the road to Morocco 2025 entering its final stretch, the ticking clocks serve as a daily reminder of the drama, passion, and unforgettable memories that await fans across the continent.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Lesotho<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Lesotho. The countdown to the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 is officially underway. With just 100 days to go before the continent\u2019s biggest football festival kicks off, organisers have unveiled giant countdown clocks in all six host cities\u2014Rabat, Casablanca, Fe\u0300s, Tangier, Marrakech, and Agadir. 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