By Kunle Solaja.

Nigerian football fans now have even more reason to pack their bags for AFCON 2025, as Royal Air Maroc has unveiled special discounted travel packages for supporters travelling from Lagos and Abuja to Morocco.

Under the new offer, fans can secure a round-trip ticket for just $715, a significant reduction aimed at making the journey more affordable for the thousands of Nigerians expected to cheer on the Super Eagles at Africa’s biggest football festival.

Royal Air Maroc’s discounted fares for AFCON fans

The discounted air fare which also affect fans from 11 other African cities, is designed to make it easier and more affordable for football fans across Africa to attend the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

The airline says the initiative is part of its commitment to ensuring that as many supporters as possible experience the excitement of AFCON 2025 live in Morocco’s world-class stadiums. With Nigeria poised to attract one of the largest travelling contingents, the discounted fares provide timely relief for fans planning early.

Royal Air Maroc encourages travellers to stay updated through its official channels for booking details and further announcements as the tournament approaches.

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With the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 just days away, excitement is soaring—literally. Royal Air Maroc (RAM) has unveiled a spectacular aircraft livery dedicated entirely to the Atlas Lions, featuring striking portraits of Achraf Hakimi, Yassine Bounou, Brahim Díaz, Bilal El Khannouss and Youssef En-Nesyri.

The stunning tribute, created in partnership with the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), showcases Morocco’s brightest football icons and reflects the growing national momentum as the Kingdom prepares to host Africa’s premier tournament from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026.

This is the second special livery revealed by the national carrier. Earlier on November 1, RAM introduced an aircraft draped in the official AFCON 2025 colors, symbolizing the country’s readiness for a historic, festival-style edition of the competition. The new player-themed aircraft adds a powerful emotional touch, highlighting the pride and unity surrounding the Atlas Lions’ golden generation.

To meet the massive surge in travel expected during the month-long tournament, Royal Air Maroc is also rolling out an exceptional operational plan. More than 660 additional flights are being scheduled to ensure smooth movement for fans, teams, officials and media across the host cities—Casablanca, Rabat, Tangier, Marrakech, Agadir and Fez.

The initiative stems from a strategic partnership signed in April between the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and Royal Air Maroc, naming the airline an Official Global Partner for CAF’s flagship competitions, including AFCON.

As Morocco enters the final stretch of preparations, RAM’s latest tribute captures the spirit of national pride, continental unity and football passion that will electrify AFCON 2025—promising fans across Africa an unforgettable celebration both on the ground and in the skies.

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With just one month to the Africa Cup of Nations, Moroccan defensive stalwarts Achraf Hakimi and Nayef Aguerd have offered fans a reassuring glimpse into their accelerated recovery programmes after both players shared photos of an intense gym session on social media.

Aguerd, who has been sidelined with pubalgia, is currently on a strict rehabilitation schedule aimed at ensuring his return in December.

Hakimi is also racing against time, recovering from a severe ankle sprain sustained earlier in the season.

The PSG full-back began his treatment ten days after Aguerd and was initially projected to miss six to eight weeks, but he has since intensified his workload with focused indoor sessions.

Images posted by Aguerd show the duo in high spirits, smiling as they pose beside the African Ballon d’Or recently won by Hakimi on November 19.

Other photos portray a more serious mood, with both players fully concentrated, executing tailored exercises in what appears to be a private training space — a clear testament to their determination.

Morocco will be banking on the timely return of the pair as they look to reunite with captain Romain Saïss and the rest of the squad ahead of the continental showpiece.

Their progress will be closely watched as the Atlas Lions aim to arrive at AFCON with their defensive backbone fully restored.

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