Benhachem: "Ziyech and Amrabat's Absence Had a Significant Impact, We Tried to Find Other Solutions Awaiting Their Return" - Elbotola
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Benhachem: "Ziyech and Amrabat's Absence Had a Significant Impact, We Tried to Find Other Solutions Awaiting Their Return"

Benhachem: "Ziyech and Amrabat's Absence Had a Significant Impact, We Tried to Find Other Solutions Awaiting Their Return"

T.E (Elbotola)
14 March 2026at22:20

Amin Benhachem, coach of Wydad AC, discussed the impact of the absence of Hakim Ziyech and Noureddine Amrabat from the match against Olympique Safi, which is the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup quarter-finals.

Benhachem stated in the pre-match press conference: "Olympique Safi is a fierce team, with its massive supporters, and the Ultras Shark who always give the team extra energy and a strong boost."

He continued: "We have prepared our plans that we will rely on tomorrow, amidst the absence of Ziyech and Amrabat, whose absence has created a void due to their personality and presence."

He concluded: "In previous matches, we tried to find solutions, and in the Touarga match, we presented reliable solutions, awaiting their return."

Wydad will visit Olympique Safi tomorrow, Sunday, at El Massira Stadium, with the match kicking off at 10:00 PM.

What impact did Hakim Ziyech and Noureddine Amrabat's absence have on Wydad AC?

Wydad AC coach Amin Benhachem stated their absence created a significant void due to their personality and presence. The team had to seek alternative strategies for the CAF Confederation Cup quarter-final against Olympique Safi.

How is Wydad AC addressing the missing players ahead of the Olympique Safi match?

Coach Benhachem confirmed Wydad AC has prepared specific plans to rely on for the upcoming match. They have been actively trying to find and implement reliable solutions in previous games while awaiting the return of the key players.

When will Wydad AC play Olympique Safi in the CAF Confederation Cup?

Wydad AC is scheduled to visit Olympique Safi for the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup quarter-finals. The highly anticipated match will take place at El Massira Stadium.