AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWorld Cup betting boom in the U.S.: The 2026 FIFA World Cup shattered sportsbook records, with Caesars citing a 30% jump in bet count and “a few percentage points” more handle than March Madness, while DraftKings reported 650% more bets than 2022 and BetMGM 211% more; the final Spain-Argentina was the most-bet soccer match in major U.S. books’ history. Morocco’s growth outlook: Morocco’s economy is projected to grow 5.3% in 2026, driven by a 15.1% rebound in agriculture and 4.2% growth in non-agricultural sectors, as Bank Al-Maghrib keeps its key rate at 2.25% amid easing inflation. Rabat sports infrastructure spotlight: Raja Club Athletic president Jawad Ziyat says the “Oasis Complex” boarding centre will reopen for youth training, with pitches refurbished and a club museum planned. CAF opens AFCON bids: CAF launched bidding for AFCON 2028, 2032 and 2036, with Morocco among those signaling interest for 2028. Morocco in the spotlight at home: Morocco With Purpose marked five years in Rabat, spotlighting diaspora investment and new projects.
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