AFCON 2025 in Morocco will bring more than just thrilling football; it will also deliver a visual experience like never before. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has approved the use of Spidercam technology across all nine host stadiums, marking the first time in the tournament’s history that the aerial camera system will be deployed for every match.
Spidercam, widely known for its sweeping cinematic shots and unique overhead perspectives, has been a staple at some of the world’s biggest sporting events, including the FIFA World Cup and the UEFA Champions League. The system suspends a high-definition or 4K camera from cables anchored to four points high above the stadium, allowing it to glide smoothly across the pitch. Two operators control its movement and framing while the footage is transmitted live via fibre-optic cables. Built-in safety features such as collision sensors, emergency brakes, and backup motors ensure uninterrupted coverage without affecting the game.
Morocco is no stranger to the technology. The National Broadcasting and Television Company (SNRT) has successfully used Spidercam before, notably during the 2022 FIFA Club World Cup and the 2023 Morocco-Brazil friendly. Building on that experience, SNRT announced a public tender on July 30 to oversee the system’s full deployment for AFCON 2025, with the project estimated at MAD 9.5 million, roughly $957,000 USD.
The technology will be installed at nine stadiums: Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat with an allocation of MAD 1.43 million, Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca with MAD 1.37 million, Grand Stadium in Marrakech with MAD 1.21 million, Adrar Stadium in Agadir with MAD 1.21 million, Ibn Batouta Stadium in Tangier with MAD 1.16 million, Fez Stadium with MAD 850,140, Olympic Stadium in Rabat with MAD 844,332, Prince Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat with MAD 827,964, and El Barid Stadium in Rabat with MAD 658,176. A full-scale trial during the Morocco versus Benin friendly at Fez Stadium on June 9 confirmed the system’s readiness.
In another groundbreaking development, CAF has given SNRT exclusive production rights for all AFCON 2025 matches. This is the first time in the competition’s history that a host country’s broadcaster will manage complete match production, reflecting CAF’s growing trust in African media capabilities.
According to SNRT insiders, all Spidercam systems will be installed and tested at least four days before the opening match on December 21, 2025. Preparations are already underway, with close coordination between SNRT, CAF, and international production partners to ensure that the tournament is broadcast to the highest standards. With cutting-edge technology in the skies and top-tier football on the ground, AFCON 2025 is set to be one of the most visually stunning editions in the history of the competition.
