Wydad Athletic Club

Wydad Athletic Club is Morocco's most popular club and one of Africa's biggest, with a fervent fan base that fills stadiums throughout the country. Founded in 1937 in Casablanca, the club represents Morocco's largest city and is a symbol of North African football. The rivalry with Raja Casablanca forms the biggest derby in African football, compared in passion and intensity to the great European derbies.

History

Wydad won multiple Botola Pro titles, Morocco's championship, becoming the country's most successful club. In 2017 and 2022, the club won the CAF Champions League, confirming its status as one of African football's greatest powers. The 2022 achievement was especially remarkable, representing Morocco amid the growing enthusiasm for the country's football following the national team's memorable campaigns. The Mohammed V Stadium is the stage for Morocco's biggest football clashes.