While some rivals remain busy talking about “conspiracies”, the wider football world has been left impressed by what many described as an African World Cup-style event hosted by Morocco, with international newspapers stressing that “the Kingdom is on another planet” in terms of organisation and capability.
The praise came after Morocco delivered what observers considered an outstanding tournament atmosphere, strong logistics and high-level facilities, in a way that made many fans and media compare the experience to a global finals rather than a continental competition.
Several international outlets highlighted the quality of the stadiums, the smooth movement of teams and supporters, and the clear readiness shown across different host cities. Reports noted that Morocco’s infrastructure and planning reflected long-term work, not a temporary effort.
The coverage also underlined how Morocco managed to combine football with a major public celebration, creating packed stands, vibrant fan scenes and an image that travelled quickly across social media and global broadcasts.
In contrast to the accusations and noise coming from certain sides, the tournament itself became the strongest response, with Morocco’s organisation speaking for itself and earning recognition beyond Africa.
International commentary concluded that Morocco has set a new standard for hosting on the continent, presenting a model that, by many accounts, looked closer to a World Cup than a typical regional tournament.
