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Where to watch the 2026 World Cup in Laâyoune

Laâyoune-Sakia El HamraLa rédaction MoroccoTravelBase Updated 2026-05-31

Quick answer

A major southern city, Laâyoune follows the matches in the central cafés around Méchouar square. The atmosphere for Morocco games is particularly fervent.

Where to watch the matches in Laâyoune

The city centre, around Méchouar square, concentrates cafés and restaurants. It is the rallying point for the big games.

By type of venue in Laâyoune

In Laâyoune, several formats let you follow the matches depending on what you want:

  • Cafés: the free, sociable option found in every district.
  • Sports bars: several screens and an intense atmosphere for the big games.
  • Restaurants with a big screen: comfort and a meal, perfect for family or groups.
  • Public big screens and fan zones: for Morocco games and the knockout stages, subject to locally announced set-ups.

Practical tips in Laâyoune

  • Arrive early for the big games: the best venues in Laâyoune fill up fast.
  • Book a sports bar or a restaurant with a screen for an important match.
  • Check the broadcast time: most matches are played in the evening in Morocco.
  • Plan your way home: transport is saturated after Morocco games.

Where to watch Morocco matches in Laâyoune

On Atlas Lions match nights, Laâyoune buzzes like the rest of the country: packed cafés, flags and car horns. To feel the full atmosphere, head for the centre and the main squares; for a calmer time with children, choose a restaurant with a screen slightly away from the centre.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch a Morocco match in Laâyoune?

In the cafés and sports bars of central Laâyoune, and on the main squares if a public big screen is set up. For Atlas Lions games, arrive very early — crowds are huge.

Do I need to book to watch a match in Laâyoune?

For cafés, no — just arrive early. For a popular sports bar or a restaurant with a big screen in Laâyoune during a major match, it is best to book or come well ahead.

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