Thembinkosi Lorch and Aziz Ki set for emotional reunion in Wydad vs Al-Ittihad friendly

Thembinkosi Lorch and Stephane Aziz Ki are set for an emotional reunion when Al-Ittihad take on Wydad Athletic Club in their upcoming encounter.

Wydad Athletic Club are preparing to take on Al-Ittihad Al-Libi in a friendly match at the Al-Bashir Stadium in Mohammedia.

Kickoff is scheduled for 5 pm, and the match will be played behind closed doors, with no spectators allowed.

While the fixture serves as part of the teams’ pre-season preparations, it carries a special emotional significance for Thembinkosi Lorch and Stephane Aziz Ki. Both players will face their former club for the first time since leaving Wydad Athletic Club during the last winter transfer window.

Their moves to Al-Ittihad marked the end of notable spells with Wydad, where each had become an influential figure in the team’s attacking lineup.

Lorch and Aziz Ki’s return promises to be one of the highlights of the match, as both players will be eager to showcase their development and make an impact against their former teammates.

Fans will be watching closely, even from afar, to see how the two stars perform in this emotional reunion.

For Wydad, the friendly provides an opportunity to integrate new signings, test tactical adjustments, and gauge the team’s readiness ahead of competitive fixtures. For Al-Ittihad, it is a chance to build cohesion in their squad and allow Lorch and Aziz Ki to adapt fully to their new surroundings.

Despite the absence of a live audience, the match is expected to be highly competitive, with both clubs treating it as more than just a routine warm-up.

The personal stories of Lorch and Aziz Ki add an extra layer of narrative, turning a standard friendly into a memorable encounter for the players and coaching staff alike.