Moroccan parties reject Spanish World Cup final threats
Political figures in Morocco criticized Spanish opposition leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo's demands regarding the 2030 World Cup final.
Moroccan political parties have condemned threats by Spanish opposition leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo to withdraw Spain from co-hosting the 2030 FIFA World Cup if the final is not awarded to Spain. Several Moroccan figures called for the joint tournament, hosted by Morocco, Spain, and Portugal, to remain free from political disputes, especially with Spain's early elections scheduled for November 29.
Jamal El Asri of the Unified Socialist Party labeled Feijóo’s statements as electioneering, warning that such remarks could escalate tensions before FIFA's decision. He also criticized Moroccan Finance Minister Fouzi Lekjaa's premature declaration about the final being held in Benslimane. Ilham Belfhili of the Moroccan Union for Democracy stated that the final venue is a sporting matter for FIFA, not an electoral issue for Spanish politicians, asserting Morocco's readiness to host even if Spain and Portugal withdrew.
Mohamed Nabil Benabdallah of the Progress and Socialism Party also viewed the Spanish right’s comments as campaign tactics. The Popular Movement Party stated that all three hosts have the right to compete for the final, emphasizing Morocco's equal partnership and capability. Morocco, Spain, and Portugal are jointly bidding to host the 2030 World Cup.