Wydad AC in crisis as board resigns amid poor run of form

Board of Director of Wydad AC have announced their resignation amid a sharp decline in results and growing unrest within the Moroccan giants.

The decision comes in the wake of a disastrous run of form that has seen Wydad fail to win any of their last six matches. The latest setback—a 1-0 defeat to Renaissance Zemamra—appears to have been the final blow in a turbulent spell that has plunged the club into crisis.

In an official statement, the board confirmed its resignation, citing responsibility and current obligations, while outlining plans for a structured transition ahead of a new electoral cycle.

“The board of directors of Wydad Club announces its resignation during the upcoming ordinary elective general meeting, in respect for responsibility and current obligations,” the statement read.

The club also announced the opening of registration for the next season from May 5 to June 5, followed by a candidacy period for the presidency between June 5 and June 20. The move is aimed at ensuring what the board described as a “smooth democratic transition” to safeguard stability and the club’s long-term interests.

The crisis has been compounded by instability on the technical side. Just days earlier, Wydad parted ways with French coach Patrice Carteron after a winless start to his tenure. His replacement, Mohamed Benchrifa, has been tasked with steadying a sinking ship.

However, results have continued to deteriorate. Under Carteron’s brief spell, Wydad failed to register a single victory in five matches, recording two draws and three defeats. The losses included a shocking 2-1 defeat to bottom-placed Union Yaacoub El Mansour and the recent setback against Zemamra.

The downturn has had a significant impact on the club’s position in the Botola Pro standings. Wydad remain stuck on 31 points, sitting fourth and now seven points adrift of the summit after 18 rounds—an alarming gap for a club of their stature.

With confidence shaken and leadership in transition both on and off the pitch, Wydad now face a critical period that will define the remainder of their season. Their next fixture against Meknes offers an immediate opportunity to respond, but the pressure surrounding the club has rarely been higher.

For a team built on expectation and success, the current crisis represents a stark warning—urgent changes are no longer optional, but essential.