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Wydad: Players Hope for Comeback Under Carteron After Benhachem's Exclusions

Wydad: Players Hope for Comeback Under Carteron After Benhachem's Exclusions

T.E (Elbotola)
26 March 2026at19:00

A number of players at Wydad Athletic are eagerly awaiting a new opportunity to prove themselves, following the appointment of French coach Patrice Carteron as the successor to former coach Amine Benhachem, amidst anticipated changes in squad selections.

Benhachem had previously decided to exclude several players for technical reasons, despite their regular participation in training sessions. This decision had raised questions within the team's circles regarding its motives.

Among the players hoping to return to the forefront are Dutch defender Bart Meijers, Brazilian Ferreira, midfielder Hamza As-Sakhi – who has been absent from matches for unclear reasons – as well as Brazilian Arthur and striker Zouhair El Moutaraji.

Patrice Carteron oversaw his second training session with the 'Red Team' on Thursday, as part of preparations for upcoming competitions. The next phase is expected to involve a comprehensive re-evaluation of the players' performance.

The postponed match against Fath Union Sport (FUS Rabat), from the tenth round of the Botola Pro 'Inwi', is expected to be the French coach's first official test at the helm of Wydad. Through this match, the team hopes to regain its balance and achieve a fresh start.

What happened at Wydad Athletic recently?

Wydad Athletic recently appointed French coach Patrice Carteron to replace Amine Benhachem, leading to anticipation among players previously excluded for technical reasons. They are now eager for a new chance to prove themselves under the new leadership.

How might Patrice Carteron's appointment impact the Wydad squad?

Patrice Carteron's appointment is expected to bring significant changes to the Wydad squad, with a comprehensive re-evaluation of player performance. Several key players, previously sidelined, are now hoping to regain their spots and contribute to the team's balance.

When will Patrice Carteron's first official match with Wydad be?

Patrice Carteron's first official test with Wydad is anticipated to be the postponed match against Fath Union Sport. This game, from the tenth round of the Botola Pro 'Inwi', is seen as an opportunity for the team to achieve a fresh start.
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