FBI officials visit Morocco to observe security measures for 2025 AFCON

Morocco’s General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) hosted the delegation from Jan. 4–6, the agency said.

The delegation, led by Douglas Olson, director of field operations, and Kevin Kowalski, deputy director of emergency response units, began its visit by reviewing security arrangements at Rabat’s Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium during the Morocco–Tanzania match.

U.S. officials observed the deployment of security teams, control procedures, the use of drones and high‑definition cameras, as well as communication and coordination systems run through fixed and mobile command centers.

The FBI team also visited the African Security Cooperation Center, which coordinates between Moroccan forces and foreign police officers involved in the tournament. A working session assessed security at the Morocco–Tanzania match and reviewed the technical and logistical resources deployed by the center.

The program also included a stop at Rabat’s Moulay Hassan Stadium to monitor security around the Algeria–Democratic Republic of Congo match, focusing on access for foreign supporters and coordination between national police and foreign officers acting as "spotters."

According to the DGSN, the visit reflects U.S. interest in Morocco’s security model for major sporting events, ahead of the 2026 World Cup in the United States. It also underscores a shared commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation in risk assessment, emergency management and the use of technology to secure sports venues — a partnership expected to continue through the 2026 and 2030 World Cups.