Wydad prepares for a third friendly match!

Wydad Athletic Club suffered a second consecutive defeat in a friendly match on Saturday, May 31, this time falling to FC Porto by a score of 1-0. The game was played at the Mohammed V Sports Complex in Casablanca.

The match was tightly contested and well-balanced overall, but the Portuguese side managed to clinch victory thanks to a goal from Spanish forward Samu Omorodion, who capitalized on a defensive error by Ayoub Bouchtat.

This latest setback comes just days after a similar 1-0 loss to Sevilla FC, as part of Wydad's preparations for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

Wydad continues its World Cup preparations

In televised statements, head coach Mohamed Amine Benhachem confirmed that his team will play a third friendly in the coming days, emphasizing that the aim is to strengthen squad cohesion and further develop tactical and technical aspects.

The next match is expected to take place on the pitch of the Mohammed VI Football Center in Maâmora, with the possibility of facing a national youth selection if a local or international opponent is unavailable.

Wydad is actively preparing for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which will be held in the United States from June 14 to July 13. They are the only Moroccan club qualified for this prestigious tournament.

The Red Devils have been drawn into Group G, alongside Manchester City (England), Juventus (Italy), and Al Ain (United Arab Emirates). Their opening match is set against the English champions on June 18 at 16:00 GMT.

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