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The Grand Stade Hassan II, with a 115,000-capacity, is projected to be the largest football stadium in the world.
The stadium has been designed by Oualalou + Choi and global sports design leaders, Populous.
The design draws inspiration from the traditional social gathering of Morocco known as a ‘moussem’, with the stadium structure set under a grand tented roof that emerges as a dramatic intervention in the forested landscape.
At both ends of the colossal stadium bowl, three steep, compact tiers ensure a vibrant and spectacular atmosphere. Each ‘end’ of the stadium holds 29,500 general admission spectators.
Five levels of hospitality along each of the main stands at the side of the pitch welcome 12,000 VVIP, VIP, Hospitality and Box users, in addition to the Royal box.
The stadium is covered by a spectacular roof made from a unique aluminium lattice. Supporting the geometry of the roof and the bowl is a ring of 32 stairways, creating monumental gateways that feature lush gardens positioned on raised platforms, each 28 meters from the ground.
The gardens produce an extraordinary spatial experience, an oasis of greenery under the translucent envelope of the roof. This effect is enhanced by a series of botanical gardens at ground level under the outer reaches of the covering.
The stadium will be fully compliant for FIFA competitions, with the ability to host the final at the FIFA World Cup 2030, following Morocco’s naming as joint hosts for the tournament alongside Spain and Portugal. It will also serve as the home of two local clubs.
Design Team: Maffeis Engineering, ME Engineering, Rider Levett Bucknall