Moroccan authorities have stepped up safety measures around the friendly match between Egypt and Benin, turning the area into a high-alert zone ahead of kick-off.
Emergency services were deployed early, with rescue teams and civil protection units present near the stadium as part of wider preparations aimed at dealing with any unexpected incidents. The move was described as part of disaster-readiness planning, rather than a reaction to a specific event.
Medical support was also reinforced, with ambulances positioned outside the venue and rapid-response crews put on standby to ensure quick intervention if needed. Organisers focused on crowd safety and smooth entry and exit, alongside tighter coordination between the different security and emergency bodies.
The preparations come as Morocco hosts the match in an atmosphere expected to draw strong interest, with officials keen to ensure the game goes ahead in calm conditions and without disruption.
The revealed detail is that Morocco put the city on an emergency footing specifically for the Egypt vs Benin match, with rescue teams and disaster-response arrangements activated around the venue as a precautionary measure.
