Rabat, Morocco – FIFA has officially broken a Guinness World Record after staging a football match that brought together players from 69 different nationalities at the Mohammed VI Football Complex.
The event, held on Wednesday, November 5, highlighted the sport’s global reach and reinforced FIFA’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Record-Breaking Fixture
The symbolic match surpassed the previous record set in 2019 by the British organisation Equal Playing Field, which had assembled 53 nationalities in a single exhibition game.
Unlike a competitive fixture, FIFA’s event was designed to celebrate unity through sport. Participants included FIFA staff members from various departments, particularly those involved in development and training programs across member associations.
Played indoors, the match showcased football’s unique ability to connect people across cultures, languages, and continents.
The achievement reflects FIFA’s broader mission to promote inclusivity and ensure that football remains a universal language. By organising this record-breaking event, the governing body demonstrated how the sport can transcend borders and bring together individuals from every corner of the globe.
Morocco’s Growing Football Profile
The choice of venue was significant. Opened in December 2019, the Mohammed VI Football Complex is widely regarded as one of Africa’s most advanced sporting facilities.
Built on a 29.3-hectare site, it features cutting-edge infrastructure that meets FIFA’s highest standards. The complex also hosts FIFA’s African regional office, positioning Morocco as a central hub for football development on the continent.
This latest milestone adds to Morocco’s rising reputation in global football. The country has already proven its ability to host major international events, and the record-breaking match further strengthens its profile ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, which is scheduled to begin on December 21.
With world-class facilities and a growing track record of successful events, Morocco continues to establish itself as a leader in football development and organisation.
FIFA’s Guinness World Record in Morocco was not about goals or competition but about unity, diversity, and the celebration of football’s global spirit.
It marked another step in showcasing how the sport can bring people together, regardless of nationality, and underscored Morocco’s role in shaping football’s future.
