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.…

On Sunday, Wydad Casablanca forward Cassius Mailula wrote a special message to his mother, Pinky: “Happy Mother’s Day My Queen.” Mailula then enjoyed a great day with Wydad, scoring in the 2-0 win over Renaissance Zemamra, their final league game of the season, to secure third spot in the Morocco Botola and a place in next season’s CAF Confederation Cup. Unbeknown to the 23-year-old, the club had received news of his mother’s passing, and when officials finally broke the news…

Moroccan club Wydad Casablanca is working around the clock to secure the futures of South African duo Thembinkosi Lorch and Cassius Mailula. Lorch and Mailula are on loan from Mamelodi Sundowns and Toronto FC, respectively. Wydad is reportedly keen to make the deals permanent. According to Moroccan publication Le Site Info, Mohamed Amine Benhachem, the club’s interim coach and sporting director, and technical director Hassan Benabicha have both recommended to the management to finalize these permanent transfers. Both deals will…

Wydad Casablanca’s player of the month for March, Thembinkosi Lorch, was in his element as he settled a big match on Saturday. Third-placed Wydad hosted AS FAR, who are second, fully aware that failure to collect maximum points would be detrimental to their chances of finishing second and qualifying for the 2025/26 CAF Champions League. With the score at 1-1, Lorch stepped up and fired home in the 67th minute to hand Wydad the win at the Stade Larbi Zaouli.…