Stade Ibn Batutta in Tangier is an impressive venue named after the world-famous explorer who was born in the same city. With its remarkable capacity of 75,600 seats and state-of-the-art facilities, it stands as one of the true highlights of AFCON 2025.
AFCON 2025 Fixtures at Stade Ibn Batutta
| 23 December | Group stage |
 Senegal Botswana | 3 0 |
| 27 December | Group stage |
Senegal DR Congo | 1 1 |
| 30 December | Group stage |
 Benin Senegal | 0 3 |
| 3 January | Round of 16 |
Senegal Sudan | 3 1 |
| 9 January | Quarter-final |
 Mali Senegal | 0 1 |
| 14 January | Semi-final |
Senegal Egypte | 1 0 |
About Stade Ibn Batutta
Also known as the Grand Stade de Tanger, the stadium was officially inaugurated in 2011 and underwent a complete modernization between 2020 and 2023. Since then, it has hosted several major international events, including the 2018 Spanish Super Cup and the 2022 FIFA Club World Cup. Combining history, scale, and cutting-edge infrastructure, the Stade Ibn Batutta is perfectly equipped to welcome the continent’s finest footballing talent and fans during AFCON 2025.
Teams Playing at Stade Ibn Batutta
During the group stage of AFCON 2025, the following national teams will play their matches at the Stade Ibn Batutta.
Senegal
Senegal enters AFCON 2025 as one of the top favorites, following their historic title win in 2021. With an unbeaten qualifying campaign and a blend of experience stars and emerging talent, coach Pape Thiaw’s squad is ready to reaffirm its dominance on the African stage.
Botswana
Botswana, known as “The Zebras”, returns as a underdog to the AFCON stage after their debut in 2012, bringing new hope following a strong qualifying campaign. Led by coach Morena Ramoreboli and with striker Tumisang Orebonye, who boasts experience at the highest African level, they will be looking to spring surprises once again.
DR Congo
The Leopards of DR Congo return to the Africa Cup with a proud history and ambitions of shining once again. Under coach Sébastien Desabre, the team combines experience with resilience, focusing on quick transitions and attacking strength.
Benin
Benin heads back to the continental stage aiming to surprise again, after their impressive quarter-final run in 2019. Under the guidance of coach Gernot Rohr, the Cheetahs are ready to test themselves against Africa’s elite once more.