Morocco’s experience in managing major sporting events is providing valuable lessons for the United States as it hosts the 2026 World Cup, a senior US official said, while also expressing confidence in the kingdom’s readiness for the 2030 tournament.
During remarks at the Atlantic Council in Washington, Andrew Giuliani, executive director of the White House task force for the 2026 World Cup, said Moroccan expertise has been instrumental in shaping security planning for the event.
“There is a great value” in the cooperation with Morocco, he said, noting that US teams had drawn on experiences from Morocco, as well as Italy and Qatar, to better anticipate the challenges associated with hosting large-scale football competitions.
Giuliani highlighted the importance of understanding differing fan cultures and behaviors, explaining that crowd movements and supporter dynamics can vary widely between regions.
Insights from countries such as Morocco can help US security forces adapt to those differences, he said.
Looking ahead to the 2030 World Cup, which Morocco will co-host with Spain and Portugal, Giuliani said the tournament “will be incredible,” pointing to Morocco’s growing stature in global football following its semi-final run in the 2022 World Cup.
