Ouagadougou: The organization of the opening ceremony of the 2023 FIFA Club World Cup crowned Morocco, during the Heavent Awards 2024 held in Cannes, France, we learned on Saturday from the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF).
The Heavent Awards organization selected the ceremony, organized by the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communication, among the best works nominated alongside other opening ceremonies of international sporting events before awarding it the prize for the best ceremony.
This global award rewards Moroccan talent and creativity which made it possible to achieve an opening ceremony of international scope. It also shows Morocco’s ability to successfully organize the largest global events in all fields. The ceremony, which was held at the Ibn Battuta Stadium in Tangier, fascinated spectators from around the world thanks to its unique artistic shows which highlighted Moroccan heritage and its openness to the world.
The ceremony paid tribute to the famous Moroccan explorer Ibn Battuta,
symbol of the link between cultures and peoples, and to his travels which contributed to the opening of Morocco to the world. Moroccan folklore troupes also presented artistic paintings reflecting the richness and authenticity of Moroccan heritage. The ceremony also paid tribute to the daughter of football legend Pelé and featured a special appearance by national coach Walid Regragui.
Source: Burkina Information Agency