This structural innovation aims to offer participating teams optimal preparation conditions, while strengthening sporting fairness and logistical efficiency.
For the first time, each of the 24 qualified teams will have an official base camp, including dedicated accommodation and training facilities. Located across various cities in the Kingdom, these camps were selected according to strict criteria defined by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), particularly regarding the quality of infrastructure, accessibility, security, and proximity to the host stadiums.
From a sporting perspective, this measure is a key driver of performance. By benefiting from modern training facilities reserved exclusively for their use, the teams will be able to prepare for their matches in comparable conditions, promoting physical recovery, team cohesion, and players' mental well-being. This structured framework also helps to limit the constraints associated with travel, often cited as a source of fatigue in previous editions.
Beyond the sporting aspect, base camps play a central role in the logistical organization of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. They allow for better planning of team travel, effective coordination with local authorities, and optimal management of flows, both for delegations and security services. This approach helps to streamline the competition and ensure compliance with international standards.
The establishment of 24 training camps also reflects Morocco's ambition to make the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations a benchmark edition. The infrastructure deployed—stadiums, sports complexes, hotels, and training centers—is part of a dynamic of sustainable development and regional enhancement.
This innovation is part of a broader vision to modernize African football. By adopting a model inspired by major international competitions, Morocco and CAF aim to strengthen the credibility and appeal of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), both among football stakeholders and the public and institutional partners. The training camps thus become a symbol of a better organized, fairer, and more professional AFCON.
As the kick-off approaches, this unprecedented setup demonstrates the shared commitment of Morocco and CAF to raising the standards of the competition. With 24 training camps dedicated to the national teams, the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations promises to be not only a grand celebration of African football, but also a pivotal edition in the history of the tournament.
