Morocco’s football authorities have announced a series of venue changes for the Round of 32 fixtures of the 2025/26 Throne Cup after several stadiums were deemed unfit to host matches.
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) said inspections carried out ahead of the fixtures revealed that some venues did not meet the required technical and organisational standards needed for official competition.
As a result, a number of ties have been reassigned to alternative stadiums in a move the federation says is aimed at ensuring the matches are played under appropriate professional conditions.
Among the changes confirmed, the Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat will now host the fixture between Rachad Bernoussi and Fath Union Sport. The Grand Stadium of Tangier has also been selected as the venue for the meeting involving KAC Kenitra and Ittihad Tanger.
Elsewhere, Raja Beni Mellal’s clash against Wydad AC has been moved to the Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca, while the Martyr Ahmed Choukri Stadium in Zemamra will stage the encounter between Wydad El Serghini and Renaissance Zemamra.
The FRMF indicated that the decision followed a detailed review process focused on infrastructure readiness and match-day organisation, with priority given to maintaining the integrity of the competition.
The Throne Cup, one of Morocco’s most prestigious domestic tournaments, regularly attracts significant attention, making venue suitability a key factor in its organisation.
In a statement, the federation emphasised that the adjustments form part of broader efforts to uphold high standards across Moroccan football competitions. It added that ensuring suitable playing conditions and proper logistical arrangements remains essential to delivering a successful tournament.
Moroccan football has undergone notable changes in recent years, with the federation introducing reforms aimed at improving professionalism, infrastructure, and overall organisation within the domestic game.
These developments have contributed to the country’s growing reputation as one of Africa’s leading football nations, with increased investment in facilities and competition management.
The latest venue changes highlight the federation’s continued focus on maintaining those standards, even if it requires last-minute adjustments to scheduled fixtures.
With the Round of 32 now set to proceed at the revised venues, attention will turn to the matches themselves as teams compete for progress in the tournament.
