ONDA Celebrates Moroccan National Team's Departure for the USA
In a momentous ceremony held at Rabat-Salé Airport, the Moroccan national football team, known as the Atlas Lions, embarked on their journey to the United States to represent their country in the upcoming World Cup. This event is part of a strategic partnership between the National Airports Office (ONDA) and the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), which aims to facilitate the mobility of national teams and ensure the successful organization of major sporting events.
The ceremony took place on June 3, 2026, and was marked by a warm welcome for the players, coaching staff, and the entire delegation by an honor guard formed by ONDA personnel. The establishment expressed its commitment to support the national team, emphasizing that all teams within ONDA are mobilized to assist in ensuring a smooth journey for both the teams and Moroccan fans during the World Cup 2026.
Prior to boarding a special Royal Air Maroc flight to New York-JFK, the delegation was greeted by various ONDA employees, including welcoming staff, facilitation agents, airport technicians, infrastructure engineers, and aerodrome firefighters. This display of support reflects ONDA’s operational commitment to facilitating travel for significant sporting competitions, as outlined in their official statement.
Strengthening Logistics and Enhancing Morocco's Global Sports Presence
This event aligns with the strategic partnership established in March 2026 between ONDA and FRMF, which designates ONDA as a key institutional partner for supporting the mobility of national teams during major competitions. The agreement highlights efforts to improve the reception and travel conditions for Moroccan teams, enhance logistical mechanisms for sports delegations, and bolster Morocco's international image as a sporting nation.
ONDA's dedication to this initiative reaffirms its commitment to collaborating with national institutions to enhance Morocco's standing and achieve its sporting ambitions. Beyond the logistical organization of the trip, ONDA aimed to impart a symbolic significance to this departure, stating, "Today, from Rabat, with our Atlas Lions, the hopes, dreams, and aspirations of millions of Moroccans have embarked on a journey to the United States." The organization concluded by extending its heartfelt wishes for success to the Atlas Lions as they prepare for the World Cup 2026.
As reported by fr.le360.ma.
