The architects behind Manchester United’s proposed new stadium have unveiled ambitious plans for a colossal 115,000-capacity venue in Morocco, reported the Daily Mail.
Populous, the firm tasked with designing the Grand Stade Hassan II, has previously worked on feasibility studies for a new Old Trafford stadium for Manchester United.
The Grand Stade Hassan II is set to be the world’s largest football stadium in a bid to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup final.
Inspired by traditional Moroccan social gatherings known as “moussem,” the stadium’s design features a striking tented roof that rises above the desert landscape.
Its two ends, each capable of accommodating nearly 30,000 spectators, will be supported by a unique aluminum lattice structure.
The venue will also boast five levels of hospitality, including a royal box, to cater to 12,000 corporate guests.
The stadium will also feature 32 stairways leading to elevated gardens, offering panoramic views of the surrounding area.
The stadium will also serve as the home ground for two local football clubs.
Populous collaborated with Paris-based architects Oualalou + Choi to create the ambitious project on the Grand Stade Hassan II.
Construction of the stadium is set to begin in the near future on a 100-hectare site north of Casablanca, following the approval of public funding last year.
While Populous is currently leading the design, there’s a possibility that renowned British architect Sir Norman Foster could be involved in the project if sufficient funding is secured.
Christopher Lee, Managing Director at Populous, expressed his enthusiasm for the project, saying that the Grand Stade Hassan II will be a truly iconic, landmark venue for Morocco and for football itself.
“It is rooted in ancient and primordial figures: the Moussem, the tent, and the garden, as well as the topography and landscapes of Morocco. The Grand Stade Hassan II de Casablanca is the embodiment of the great tradition of Moroccan hospitality,” said Tarik Oualalou, Design Principal and founding partner at Oualalou + Choi.
Morocco, along with Spain and Portugal, is co-hosting the 2030 World Cup, and the Grand Stade Hassan II is expected to play a pivotal role in the tournament.
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