Name: AFCON 2025 heats up as Morocco, Egypt shine and fan zones come alive
Uploaded: 2025-12-27T09:31:12.722Z
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Description: The atmosphere at Royal Air Maroc’s cultural activation in the Rabat Fan Zone captured the spirit of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, as football, culture and fan engagement came together in Morocco’s capital.

The atmosphere at Royal Air Maroc’s cultural activation in the Rabat Fan Zone captured the spirit of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, as football, culture and fan engagement came together in Morocco’s capital.

Rabat

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations group stage saw Morocco and Egypt deliver notable performances, with Morocco drawing Mali in a tense match and Egypt securing a 1-0 win over South Africa to become the first team to reach the knockout stage. The Rabat fan zone was highlighted by vibrant cultural activities, interactive football games, and a welcoming atmosphere for fans from across Africa.

Attendees praised the organization and energy of the Moroccan fan zone, describing it as a source of national pride. Rabat's modern infrastructure and public spaces contributed to the lively tournament experience, as fans celebrated both football and Moroccan culture throughout the city.

AFCON 2025 heats up as Morocco, Egypt shine and fan zones come alive

I'm here at the Royal Air Maroc's Cultural Activation in the Rabat Fan Zone, testing my saving skills. Let's see if I can stop these shots. The energy is contagious and that passion is driving the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Groups A and B returned to action yesterday for the first day of the second round, with the host nation Morocco also involved. Hey, that doesn't count! Starting with Group A, Morocco and Mali played a tense encounter in Rabat, where VAR played a pivotal role as both teams converted penalties. Mali's comeback to earn a draw keeps them in the knockout race, while Morocco remain on the brink of qualification ahead of their final group game against Zambia on Monday. Earlier in the day, in a blockbuster encounter in Group B, Egypt's Mohamed Salah converted a first-half penalty before the Faroes were reduced to 10. Despite South Africa pushing for an equalizer, Egypt held on for a 1-0 win in the stunning coastal city of Agadir, becoming the first team in the tournament to secure a place in the AFCON 2025 knockout stage. AFCON 2025 isn't just happening on the pitch, it's exploding here in the fan zone with football, games, music and Moroccan culture everywhere. As Moroccan, I'm so proud and I think people all around Africa think that we are so welcoming and warming. I met people, new people, different nationalities. I enjoy talking to new people. From mini-football games to interactive challenges, fans are joining in the fun, celebrating football and Morocco alike. Moroccan did the best fan zone that I've ever seen. Really, really. It's amazing. It makes you feel very proud to be Moroccan, to see how it's organized everything. From the fan zone to the panoramic corniche along the Atlantic coast, Rabat's modern transport and public spaces are part of the tournament experience, carrying fans through the city. Here in Rabat's fan zone, the tournament is alive in every corner. From the games on the pitch to the buzz around me, AFCON 2025 is all about passion and energy. The group stage is still unfolding and you won't want to miss a moment.

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