HIBAPRESS – Rabat
Global newspapers and media channels have praised Morocco's quality organization of the Africa Cup of Nations opening ceremony, considering that the Kingdom has presented an advanced model in the production of major sporting events.
Media reports highlighted that the ceremony demonstrated Morocco's ability to blend technical professionalism and cultural dimension, through well-studied artistic performances and a tight organization that respected the finest details related to safety, timing, and smooth flow. International media outlets stopped at the high level of equipment and infrastructure that accompanied the opening ceremony, pointing out that the stadiums and surrounding facilities meet the international standards adopted in major competitions. They also praised the good management of the crowds and the facilitation of their access and movement, which contributed to creating a celebratory atmosphere without recording any significant organizational glitches. A number of sports commentators considered that the success of the opening ceremony reinforces Morocco's image as a destination capable of hosting continental and international championships, and confirms the accumulated experience it has accumulated in organizing major events. Some went so far as to say that what Morocco presented in this opening sets a high expectation ceiling for the rest of the tournament matches, whether at the organizational level or at the level of the African continent's media outreach.
