History
Construction Launched in September 2003, the construction of the stadium lasted 7 years and 3 months. It was designed by Gregotti Associati. Inauguration took place on January 5, 2011, with friendlies involving two Moroccan teams; Kawkab Marrakech and Wydad Casablanca facing two French teams; Olympique Lyonnais and Paris Saint Germain. Criticism After more than seven years in construction, the Marrakchis people and the contributors unveiled the first stadium in the world to be both rectangular and host a running track. The criticism from that branched from these constructive decisions is that the distance from the running track to the stands is much too far. Considered a fault to the builders, the space contrast is attributed to a lack of potential spectators in the stadium, who avoid the stadium due to poor vision. Means of access The stadium is located north of Marrakesh. It is served by the international airport Marrakesh - Menara at fourteen kilometres, and the railway station of the city. Access to the stadium is provided by sixteen doors and a grand entrance. ==See also==