Doha – Florentino Pérez’s construction giant ACS is considering bidding on Morocco’s ambitious World Cup stadium project. The Spanish firm is evaluating the multimillion-euro contract despite potential conflicts with Madrid’s own 2030 World Cup final aspirations.
Spanish outlet Vozpópuli reports that ACS has been working “behind the scenes for several months” on a potential bid. No final decision has been made as the company continues to assess various risks associated with the project.
The Casablanca stadium aims to accommodate 115,000 spectators. This would make it the largest stadium in the world. The massive venue is a central element in Morocco’s campaign to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup final.
The Moroccan government officially opened the bidding process last month. Proposals from interested construction companies are due by June 10. The contract for construction is valued at over €300 million (MAD 3.2 billion/$320 million), while the total project exceeds €470 million (MAD 4.7 billion/$470 million).
The construction schedule is rigorous. It demands completion within just 30 months, targeting a late 2027 finish. This timeline is strategic as FIFA is expected to announce the final match venue in 2028, two years before the tournament.
The stadium’s vast capacity is seen as crucial in Morocco’s strategy to outbid European competitors. After renovations, Barcelona’s Camp Nou is projected to seat around 105,000 fans. Madrid’s renovated Santiago Bernabeu aims for approximately 85,000 spectators.
Several major Spanish construction firms are reportedly consulting with law firms experienced in Moroccan public procurement. These companies are seeking both legal guidance and cost-benefit analysis of the massive infrastructure project.
The Hassan II Stadium project represents one of several large-scale infrastructure developments linked to the 2030 World Cup. This prestigious sporting event is driving transformation in Morocco’s engineering, transportation, and territorial management priorities.
Despite the competition between Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu and Casablanca’s Hassan II Stadium to host the World Cup final, Pérez’s company appears interested in the lucrative construction opportunity. The project’s scale and international significance make it particularly attractive in the infrastructure sector.
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