Stade Père-Jégo is a football stadium in Casablanca, Morocco, in the city’s Oasis district. It is named for Moroccan footballer and manager Mohamed Ben Lahcen Affani, known as Père Jégo; if you are planning a visit, confirm the fixture and entry arrangements before setting out.
- Location: Oasis district, Casablanca.
- Stadium name: also known as Stade de la Ferme Blanche.
- History: construction began in 1914 and the stadium opened in 1915.
- Public transport: Casa Tramway service normally runs daily from 05:30 to 22:30, with possible special schedules.
Where is Stade Père-Jégo in Casablanca?
Stade Père-Jégo is in Casablanca’s Oasis district. The stadium is also known as Stade de la Ferme Blanche, and it takes its name from Père Jégo, a prominent Moroccan footballer and manager.
Construction began in 1914, and the stadium opened in 1915. Racing Athletic Club is a resident club. These details give the venue a long place in Casablanca football, but they do not confirm which club or event will be playing on a particular day.
What should you check before visiting?
Confirm the fixture and venue access arrangements with the event organizer before travelling. A past match listing cannot tell you what is scheduled now, and entry arrangements can depend on the event.
The stadium’s pitch was renovated and seats were installed in 2017. For practical planning, treat that history separately from current conditions: verify event details and any entry requirements with the organizer before you go.
How do you get to Stade Père-Jégo on event day?
From Hotel Bellerive, a Casablanca hotel, Stade Père-Jégo is about 4.6 km away. Casa Tramway provides tramway and busway routes, traffic information and schedules; its service generally runs every day from 05:30 to 22:30, although special schedules may apply on public holidays and during periods such as Ramadan.
Check the official site before you go: Casa Tramway is the operator to consult for current routes, traffic and schedules. A network map is available, but confirm a suitable route for your journey rather than assuming a particular stop serves the stadium.
If you use the tramway or busway, you need a valid ticket and must validate it to access and exit stations. Children under 4 may travel free when accompanied by an adult. On a match day, allow time to check the service information and ticket requirements before heading out.
How does Stade Père-Jégo differ from Mohammed V Stadium?
Mohammed V Stadium is a separate Casablanca venue, located in the city’s Maârif district on Avenue Al Caid Al Achtar. Published figures for its capacity range from 45,000 to 67,000. Stade Père-Jégo, by contrast, is in the Oasis district.
The two grounds also have different histories: Stade Père-Jégo opened in 1915, while Mohammed V Stadium was inaugurated on 6 March 1955. If you are comparing venues for a match, check the fixture carefully so you travel to the correct stadium. For route planning to the other ground, read the guide to getting to Mohammed V Stadium.
FAQs
What is Stade Père-Jégo also called?
It is also known as Stade de la Ferme Blanche.
Which district is Stade Père-Jégo in?
The stadium is in Casablanca’s Oasis district.
Which club is associated with the stadium?
Racing Athletic Club is a resident club. Check the organizer’s current fixture information before planning around a match.
What are the Casa Tramway service hours?
Service normally runs every day from 05:30 to 22:30. Special schedules may apply on public holidays and during periods such as Ramadan.