2030 FIFA World cup: African country Morocco set to co-host the tournament

Morocco, together with Spain and Portugal, has been named as co-hosts of the 2030 World Cup in a historic decision. Many have applauded the decision as a vindication for Morocco, which has previously made five unsuccessful bids to host the prestigious football tournament. FIFA have confirmed the opening three matches will be staged in South America to mark the tournament's centenary, with the first one held in Uruguay in 1930. La Celeste lifted the trophy that year and also triumphed in 1950, famously beating rivals Brazil in the final. Uruguayan capital Montevideo is set to stage the opening match of the 2030 World Cup, with games in Argentina and Paraguay to follow before the 48-team tournament shifts to Africa and Europe.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino said: "The FIFA Council agreed unanimously that the only bid to host the 2030 World Cup will be the joint bid of Morocco, Portugal and Spain. "Two continents — Africa and Europe united not only in a celebration of football but also in providing unique social and cultural cohesion. What a great message of peace, tolerance and inclusion.

“In 2030, we will have a unique global footprint. Three continents — Africa, Europe and South America and six countries Argentina, Morocco, Paraguay, Portugal, Spain and Uruguay — welcoming and uniting the world while celebrating together the beautiful game, the centenary and the FIFA World Cup”.
FIFA also confirmed only bids from countries from the Asian Football Confederation and the Oceania Football Confederation will be considered for the 2034 finals. The 2030 World Cup will be a watershed moment for Morocco, signaling a triumphant return from previous disappointments. As the country prepares to co-host the prestigious competition, it serves as a model of perseverance and determination.

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