South African winger Thembinkosi Lorch played a match to remember for Wydad Casablanca against Juventus, but the Moroccans could not avoid a defeat in the FIFA Club World Cup. Juventus overcame Wydad 4-1 at the Lincoln Field in Philadelphia, United States (US), on Sunday evening, local time. Nonetheless, Lorch’s performance was a major talking point. The 31-year-old ran his socks off, troubling the Italian team’s defence more often than not. Juventus took the lead inside ten minutes and added a…

Thembinkosi Lorch will look back on the match against Manchester City with fond memories despite the negative result. Unsurprisingly, the favourites, Manchester City, beat Wydad Casablanca 2-0 in their FIFA Club World Cup encounter played at the Lincoln Field in Philadelphia on Wednesday evening. Lorch, who’s on loan at Wydad from Mamelodi Sundowns, started the match alongside another South African forward, Cassius Mailula. The 31-year-old Lorch was rated the second-best player on the pitch by Sofascore, who put down a…

By all accounts, ex-Wydad Casablanca coach Rulani Mokwena had a great relationship with the club’s president, Hicham Ait Menna, and they continue to keep in touch after Mokwena left Morocco. Behind closed doors, however, there was a war brewing with Wydad’s vice president, Kamal Daissaoui, who was a thorn in Mokwena’s side during the latter’s eight-month stint in the Red Castle. During an interview with renowned broadcaster Robert Marawa, Mokwena admitted he had to deal with sinister forces in Casablanca.…

Wydad Casablanca’s squad has been revealed ahead of the FIFA 2025 Club World Cup in the United States (US). The Red Castle is in Group G alongside Manchester City (England), Juventus (Italy), and Al-Ain (United Arab Emirates). They kick off their campaign against Manchester City on 18 June. The Moroccan team features two South Africans in the form of Cassius Mailula and Thembinkosi Lorch. Wydad departed for the US on Tuesday. WYDAD CASABLANCA SQUAD… GOALKEEPERS El Mehdi Benabid, Youssef El…

Wydad have completed the signings of Stephane Aziz Ki, Nordin Amarabat, and Hamza Hannouri. Aziz Ki, 29, is a familiar name on the African continent, having represented Tanzanian club Young Africans with some distinction. The Burkina Faso international joins the Red Castle on a two-year deal. Amarabat, meanwhile, is no stranger in Morocco as he returns home from overseas and has played for the national team 64 times. The 38-year-old Amrabat is a well-traveled midfielder, having played in Holland, Spain,…

In a shock move, Moroccan club Wydad Casablanca has inquired about the possibility of securing Cristiano Ronaldo’s services ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup next month. According to renowned Spanish publication Marca, Wydad have entered the race for his signature, even just for the tournament. The legendary forward is on the tail end of his contract with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, and his future is uncertain. Ronaldo’s contract with Al-Nassr runs until 30 June 2025, and with the Club…

Former Wydad Casablanca coach Rulani Mokwena has sent a message to the Red Castle brigade. Mokwena has officially departed Wydad, confirmed by the club in a joint statement on Tuesday evening. “As I say goodbye, I carry unforgettable memories from Wydad, a club that will forever remain in my heart,” shared Mokwena. “I wish the team, staff, and fans tremendous success in the new season and the (FIFA) Club World Cup. May you continue to make history and inspire us…

Burkinabe international Stephane Aziz Ki is expected in Morocco on Monday afternoon to complete a big move. Aziz Ki has starred for Tanzanian club Young Africans (Yanga) since 2022, following his transfer from Ivorian side ASEC Mimosas. Aziz Ki is now on the move, and will arrive in Casablanca on Monday afternoon to finalise a two-year deal with Wydad Casablanca. He has been on Wydad’s radar for months, including the time South African coach Rulani Mokwena was at the helm,…

Less than a month before the start of the FIFA 2025 Club World Cup, the teams are leaving no stone unturned in their preparations. Leading the charge from the African continent is Moroccan outfit Wydad Casablanca, who have confirmed some interesting international friendlies. Wydad will play Spanish La Liga side Sevilla on 27 May at the Mohammed V Sports Complex in Casablanca before tackling Portuguese team Porto at the same venue on 31 May. The Club World Cup will start…

Moroccan club Wydad Casablanca has reportedly tabled an offer for Thembinkosi Lorch. The 31-year-old attacker is currently on loan at Wydad from Sundowns. While Wydad wants to secure Lorch permanently, they must negotiate with Sundowns as the player remains contracted to the Brazilians. The Red Castle has offered 5 million Moroccan Dirhams (approximately R9.8 million) for Lorch, but previous reports have suggested Sundowns would be happy with R15-R20 million. In the meantime, Lorch is looking forward to staying at Wydad.…