HIBAPRESS – Youssef Agdadd
The record demand from Algerians for the FAN ID card to attend the African Cup of Nations in Morocco reveals a large gap between the inclinations of the Algerian people and the narrative of the ruling regime in Algeria, which is still trying to disrupt the organizational and political success of the Kingdom.
From the first moments of opening the digital portal dedicated to the card, Algerians, especially those residing in France, topped the list of foreign fans, registering approximately 3,000 requests in just 20 hours, a figure that reflects their great passion for following the tournament from the heart of Moroccan stadiums. This demand demonstrates that the peoples are far from artificial conflicts, and that the bonds of sport, culture, and neighborhood are stronger than the official discourse adopted by the Algerian military regime for years. While official Algeria tries to isolate Morocco, it is clear that the Algerians themselves are choosing Morocco as a preferred destination for football watching, tourism, and human communication. Requests from Algerian fans from other countries such as Belgium, the Netherlands, and Canada also continued, confirming that the desire to attend the "CAN" in Morocco is not just a circumstantial wave, but a phenomenon that expresses a genuine appreciation for the sports infrastructure, security, and hospitality provided by the Kingdom. This popular demand puts the Algerian regime in an embarrassing position, as it exposes its lies and reveals its contradiction between the rhetoric of hostility and attempts to prevent Maghreb cooperation, and the natural desire of its people to open up to Morocco. It also proves that Morocco has succeeded in presenting an attractive continental and international image, and that its organization of the tournament will thwart all attempts at disruption and turn the event into a platform to highlight its continental leadership. It is clear that the Algerian people are enthusiastic about following the African Cup of Nations in Morocco, confirming their confidence that the Moroccan version will be the best in the history of the African tournament. This great popular demand reflects the fans' passion for African football, and their desire for a distinguished organizational experience that combines security, professionalism, and a high sporting spirit, away from any political or media influences that try to disrupt the event.
