Wydad Athletic Club Day: Major US city Honours Moroccan Club after CWC Appearance
- Moroccan football powerhouse Wydad Athletic Club has been recognized by the capital city of the United States
- This follows the historic participation of the African giants in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the US
- WAC are eliminated from the ongoing tournament after finishing bottom of Group G with 3 losses in 3 matches
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The District of Columbia has set a date to honor the rich history, achievements, and enduring spirit of Wydad Athletic Club (WAC) by officially declaring the day as "Wydad Athletic Club Day."
This announcement is a significant moment for Moroccan football following the historic participation of WAC in the ongoing FIFA Club World Cup in the United States.
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According to Council of the District of Columbia, the commendation symbolizes the appreciation and celebration of the global influence of Wydad on the Moroccan community in the capital city, Washington, DC.
Washington, DC honours Wydad Athletic Club
The District of Columbia Counci has declared May 8, 2026, as Wydad Athletic Club Day to represent a powerful recognition of the club's significance in the US.
Washington, DC, and the surrounding area have become home to a thriving Moroccan diaspora, and the decision to honor Wydad is a celebration of the club’s role in uniting people across borders.
Wydad Athletic Club, based in Casablanca, Morocco, is one of Africa's most successful football clubs founded on May 8, 1937, according to Wikipedia.
The club has a rich history of achievements in both domestic and international football, winning the Moroccan Botola league 22 times and the CAF Champions League three times.
Philadelphia also honours WAC
According to Morocco World News, Philadelphia has also joined in the celebration by adding May 8, 2026, to its official calendar, thanks in part to the efforts of local community leaders.
Mayor Cherelle Parker, recognizing the strong connection between the Moroccan community in Philadelphia and Wydad Athletic Club, made the decision to officially recognize the day.
The Moroccan community in Philadelphia has been influential in fostering connections between the U.S. and Morocco.
The celebration in Philadelphia is particularly significant because it was organized through the efforts of Hassan Samrhouni, a prominent leader in the Moroccan community and president of Wydad Washington.
Wydad Athletic Club'S Performance in the 2025 FIFA CWC
The Moroccan giants experienced tough defeats against some of the world's best teams, including a 2-0 loss to Manchester City and a 4-1 reverse to Juventus.
WAC were also beaten 2-1 by Al-Ain in their final group match to bow out of the Club World Cup without a victory while recording 8 goals and scoring just twice.
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Al Ahly sets unwanted Club World Cup record
YEN.com.gh earlier reported that Al Ahly has set an undesirable record at the FIFA Club World Cup in their opening match against Inter Miami on June 14.
The Egyptian and African giants held Lione Messi's side to a frustrating 0-0 stalemate at the Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, as Messi failed to deliver any magic for his MLS side.
Source: YEN.com.gh
