The British newspaper The Guardian confirmed that the selection of the Moroccan capital, Rabat, to host the FIFA Congress in 2027 was not an ordinary decision, but rather reflects the significant shift in Morocco's status within global football in recent years.

The report described the move as clear evidence of the "new world order" within FIFA, amid the decline of European presence in contrast to the rise of new countries that now possess increasing political and sporting influence.

The newspaper pointed out that FIFA has not held its annual conference in Europe since the Paris edition in 2019, except for virtual meetings held from Zurich during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, FIFA's major events have moved between countries such as Qatar, Rwanda, Thailand, Paraguay, and Canada, before Morocco was chosen to host the next edition, reflecting the growing confidence the country enjoys within the corridors of the international federation.

The report linked this decision to Morocco's preparations to host the 2030 World Cup in partnership with Spain and Portugal, emphasizing that FIFA President Gianni Infantino is currently seeking to strengthen his relations with King Mohammed VI, especially after the significant rapprochement between Morocco and FIFA in recent years, both in terms of organization and investment in football infrastructure. The report also considered that Morocco has become FIFA's main gateway to Africa and the Arab world.

The newspaper added that Morocco's rise did not come out of nowhere, but was the result of a series of sporting and organizational successes that enhanced the country's global image. The most notable of these was the historic achievement of the Moroccan national team in the 2022 World Cup, in addition to hosting major continental and international tournaments and developing modern sports facilities.

The newspaper believes that Rabat will be the center of one of the most important global football meetings in 2027, highlighting the continued growth of Moroccan influence in the sport.