Moroccans welcomed on Thursday the announcement that their country would co-host the 2030 World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal, after years of failed attempts.
FIFA on Wednesday made a surprise announcement confirming Spain, Portugal and Morocco as hosts after another bid dropped out, but said the three opening matches would be played in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay.
"Honestly, this is a big honour, especially after the Atlas Lions made us proud at Qatar 2022," said Akram Kastalani, a university student in Rabat. "The country will prosper and more tourists and national teams from different countries will meet in Morocco... I am so happy Morocco is hosting this," said Jilali Kharoti, 56, a car park attendant.
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