Hakim Ziyech will make his first official appearance for Wydad Casablanca on January 25 at the Mohammed V Stadium, marking a highly anticipated moment for both the player and the club.
The Moroccan international enters the scene during the third matchday of the African Football Confederation Cup, where Wydad face Maniema Union in a decisive evening fixture. Kick-off is scheduled for 8:00 PM, with significant stakes attached to the encounter.
Supporters have waited patiently to see Ziyech in Wydad colours, and the confirmation of his debut date has brought fresh excitement around the club.
The match against Maniema Union carries major importance, as a positive result could largely secure qualification for the quarter-finals of the continental competition. Wydad approach the fixture with clear ambition and awareness of what is at stake.
Ziyech’s arrival adds quality and experience to a side eager to assert itself on the African stage.
His first outing at the Mohammed V Stadium promises a charged atmosphere, with fans expected to turn out in large numbers to witness the moment.
The club views the fixture as an opportunity to combine sporting objectives with the symbolic impact of introducing one of its most high-profile signings.
Beyond continental commitments, Wydad continue to monitor developments on the domestic front.
Club officials now await a decision from the National Professional Football League regarding the scheduling of a Botola Pro match before January 25. Uncertainty remains due to the calendar adjustment linked to international duties.
The Moroccan championship is set to resume after the conclusion of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, which ends on January 18.
That timeline limits available dates and complicates planning for clubs with players involved in continental competition.
Wydad must therefore prepare for multiple scenarios as they balance African ambitions with domestic responsibilities.
For Ziyech, the confirmed debut date offers clarity after weeks of anticipation.
The January 25 fixture now stands as a key milestone in his journey with Wydad, while the club sharpens its focus on qualification and momentum in the Confederation Cup.
As the countdown continues, attention in Casablanca turns firmly toward the Mohammed V Stadium.
Wydad aim to deliver both a strong performance and a successful introduction for Ziyech, in a match that could shape the course of their African campaign.
