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Africa-Press – Lesotho. <\/strong> <\/span>AFCON 2025 in Morocco is shaping up to be one of the most spectacular editions in the history of African football, with several groundbreaking milestones already achieved well before the first ball is kicked.<\/p>\n

With few days to go, the tournament has recorded over 800,000 tickets sold, reflecting massive anticipation both within Africa and around the world. The demand underscores Morocco\u2019s reputation for hosting world-class sporting events and the growing global appeal of the Africa Cup of Nations.<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s competition will also break new ground in infrastructure. For the first time ever, AFCON will feature more than six stadiums\u2014a total of nine state-of-the-art venues, spread across the country\u2019s major cities. This expansion highlights Morocco\u2019s commitment to delivering a tournament of unmatched scale and quality.<\/p>\n

In another first, AFCON 2025 will offer 24 luxurious five-star hotels as base camps for participating nations, raising the bar for comfort and preparation standards. Each team will also benefit from its own exclusive training pitch, ensuring optimal conditions throughout the competition.<\/p>\n

As excitement builds, Morocco appears ready to deliver a truly special AFCON\u2014one that sets new benchmarks and elevates the experience for players, fans, and the entire continent.<\/p>\n

Find more news and analyses on Lesotho<\/span> on the Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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