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Cafu says Morocco is ready to stage a memorable 2030 World Cup

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Former Brazilian captain Cafu believes Morocco has what it takes to stage a memorable 2030 World Cup, co-hosted with Spain and Portugal. He praised the progress of Moroccan football since the 2022 World Cup and the investments linked to preparations for the tournament, according to L’Information.

Former Brazil captain Cafu believes Morocco has what it takes to stage a memorable 2030 World Cup. He praised the country’s ambitions before his departure for Casablanca, L’Information reports.

A two-time World Cup winner with the Seleção, Cafu said he was impressed by the progress of Moroccan football since the 2022 World Cup and by the investments made to prepare for the tournament. Morocco will co-host the event with Spain and Portugal.

The country recently planned extensive tax exemptions for the 2030 World Cup.

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