Patrice Motsepe, President of the Confederation of African Football, expressed his great pride in Morocco winning the honor of hosting the 2030 World Cup alongside Portugal and Spain, stressing that this achievement represents a moment of pride for the entire African continent.
In an official statement published on the CAF website, Motsepe described the partnership between Morocco and Europe as a model of cooperation that unites people through football, noting that “this day represents a historic step, as Morocco has become the second African country to have the honor of organizing this global event.” After South Africa.”
The CAF President thanked King Mohammed VI, the government and the Moroccan people for their great support for the success of the candidacy file. He also praised the leadership role of Faouzi Lakjaa, President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, saying: “CAF is excited and congratulates Morocco and its partners Portugal and Spain.” We thank His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God help him, the government and the Moroccan people for their initiative and support for the bid to host the 2030 World Cup. I feel proud of the prominent role and leadership shown by Fawzi Lakjaa, President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation.”
Motsepe also praised the vision of FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who played a key role in realizing this common African-European dream, stressing that this achievement strengthens football’s position as a means of unity and development at the regional and global levels.
The CAF President concluded his statement by congratulating the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on its selection to host the 2034 World Cup, expressing the CAF’s pride in the extended partnership with the Saudi Football Federation, adding: “We appreciate the efforts of Saudi Arabia and its wise leadership, and we look forward to further cooperation to achieve the aspirations of global football.” .
