Advertisement

Fez-Meknes: The perfect home base for Nigerian fans at AFCON 2025

With AFCON 2025 heading to Morocco, Fez becomes one of the key battlegrounds for the Super Eagles.
Advertisement

CRTFès-Meknès http://www.visitfemeknes.ma/en, https://www.instagram.com/crtfesmeknes/ The perfect home base for Nigerian fans at AFCON 2025.

Advertisement

Nigerian supporters will be flocking to the city as all three Group C matches take place at the Fez Sporting Complex.

Nigeria match schedule in Fez

  • 23 December - Nigeria vs Tanzania
  • 27 December- Nigeria vs Tunisia
  • 30 December - Nigeria vs Uganda

Three massive games. One iconic host city.

For thousands of fans traveling from across Africa and beyond, Fez-Meknes offers the ideal base to experience both the excitement of AFCON and the cultural richness of Morocco.

Where Football meets 1 200 years of history

During the competition, Fez transforms into a vibrant mix of match-day energy, chanting supporters, and centuries-old heritage. Its UNESCO listed medina, artisan workshops and historic monuments lie only minutes from the stadium, making exploration effortless between games.

Top places Nigerian fans should visit in Fez

Advertisement
  1. Fez el-Bali (Old Medina) : Africa’s largest medieval medina, with more than 9,000 alleys. A living museum where souks, craftsmen and architectural wonders tell more than a thousand years of history.

  2. Chouara Tanneries : The iconic open-air dyeing pits where leather is still colored by hand. A spectacular and unique visual experience.

  3. Al Quaraouiyine University : Founded in 859, it is considered the world’s oldest university, a symbol of the scholarly prestige of Fez.

  4. Bou Inania Madrasa : A 14th-century architectural masterpiece open to visitors. Perfect for photos and peaceful cultural exploration.

  5. Jnan Sbil Gardens : A calm oasis with palm trees, fountains and shaded paths, ideal for a relaxing break between matches.

Best day trips between matches

Meknes & Volubilis (UNESCO Heritage) : Explore the imperial city of Meknès, with its monumental gates and peaceful atmosphere, then continue to Volubilis, one of North Africa’s best-preserved Roman sites with stunning mosaics.

Ifrane & Azrou (Middle Atlas nature) : Discover the cool climate of Ifrane, known as “Little Switzerland” for its cedar forests and winter snow, and head to nearby Azrou for scenic mountain roads and encounters with wild Barbary macaques.

Sefrou (waterfalls & crafts) : Just a short drive from Fez, Sefrou  offers  waterfalls,  a  colorful  medina  and Jewish-Andalusian heritage, a calm, authentic escape between match days.

Taza & Tazekka National Park (adventure & landscapes) : Perfect for nature lovers, with snow-capped Bouiblane Mountain, the deep Friouato Cave, forests, springs and dramatic landscapes.

Moulay Yacoub (Spa & Wellness) : Famous for its thermal waters and traditional hammams, ideal for relaxing after intense football nights.

Flavors Nigerian fans must try

Between match days, fans can enjoy some of Morocco’s most iconic flavors. Fez is famous for its Pastilla, a sweet-savory chicken and almond pastry, as well as comforting dishes like Harira soup, Maakouda fritters, traditional Friday couscous, honey-coated Chebakia, and the slow-cooked Fassi tagine with dried fruits. A rich, aromatic cuisine that adds another unforgettable layer to the AFCON experience.

Why Fez-Meknes is the ideal base for Super Eagles Fans

With three decisive matches played in Fez, against Tanzania, Tunisia and Uganda, Nigerian supporters can enjoy:

  • A lively football atmosphere

  • Historic districts and unique heritage

  • Easy access from stadium to major attractions

  • Incredible food and warm hospitality

  • Nature escapes within an hour

Whether they come to support the Super Eagles or to explore Morocco’s cultural depth, fans will find in Fez-Meknes a region where excitement and discovery meet.

For curated routes, insider tips and regional highlights, visit https://visitfesmeknes.ma/en and https://www.instagram.com/crtfe smeknes/ , your entry point to AFCON 2025 in Morocco.

Advertisement