Wydad Casablanca’s technical director, Rulani Mokwena, has set a clear target for his team as they prepare for the challenges of the upcoming Club World Cup.
The Moroccan giants will face formidable opponents in their group, including Manchester City, Juventus, and Al Ain.
In an interview shared through Wydad’s official channels, Mokwena acknowledged the tough competition his side will face but emphasized the importance of not losing focus.
When you are in a group like this, you cannot lose.
You will play against very good teams.
Manchester City, of course, we know the quality they have; Juventus is a strong team, and they probably play the best football, maybe like City.
Al Ain are the Asian champions, so when you play in a group like this, you cannot lose,” Mokwena said.
Despite the challenging group stage, Mokwena remains optimistic about Wydad’s prospects.
He outlined the team’s main objective: to secure at least one victory in the tournament.
We will try to win one match in the World Cup.
This is Wydad’s third Club World Cup, and there are no easy matches for the team.
We will try to win one and then we will see what happens.
Even if you do not qualify from the group, the experience you will gain from playing against Manchester City and Juventus is an experience that will make the team stronger for the coming seasons,” Mokwena explained.
This year’s competition marks Wydad Casablanca’s third appearance at the prestigious Club World Cup, and the team is determined to make the most of it.
Mokwena believes that the valuable lessons learned from facing some of the world’s best teams will benefit Wydad for years to come, regardless of the outcome in the group stages.
As the tournament looms, Mokwena’s message to his players is clear: seize the opportunity, gain experience, and aim for at least one win to build on for future success.
