sports
Morocco's average annual salary is $7,400
At Morocco’s opener against Brazil, it became clear that following your team at this tournament is reserved for the wealthiest in many countries
TL;DR
- Moroccan fans are spending thousands of dollars to follow their team at the World Cup, even for single matches.
- The cost of attending the tournament is prohibitive for the average Moroccan citizen, whose annual salary is less than $7,400.
- Fans from Morocco, Dubai, and Montreal have traveled to support the team, with some estimating their trip costs at $5,000-$15,000.
- Morocco's growing influence in African soccer and its upcoming role as a World Cup co-host are mentioned.
- The article suggests that only the well-off Moroccan citizens can afford to attend the World Cup, limiting broader national participation.