Wydad AC Announce Bencherifa as New Coach Until End of Season, Replacing Carteron
T.E (Elbotola)
30 April 2026at19:50
Wydad AC officially announced on Thursday evening the appointment of national coach Mohamed Benchrifa as the team's new manager, succeeding Patrice Carteron.
Benchrifa will take charge of Wydad AC until the end of the current season, as previously reported by "El Botola."
Benchrifa will lead the team as head coach, assisted by Youssef Achami as assistant coach, Driss Ouajou as fitness coach, and Tariq Jarmouni, who will be responsible for goalkeeper training.
Wydad AC clarified that it had mutually agreed to part ways with Carteron, who previously served as the first-team coach, following a series of negative results.
Q&A
What coaching change did Wydad AC announce?
Wydad AC announced Mohamed Benchrifa as their new head coach on Thursday evening. He takes over from Patrice Carteron, who departed after a series of negative results. Benchrifa will manage the team until the end of the current season.
Why did Patrice Carteron leave his coaching role at Wydad AC?
Patrice Carteron mutually agreed to part ways with Wydad AC following a series of negative results experienced by the team. The club decided to make a change to improve performance, leading to the appointment of a new national coach.
Who will assist Mohamed Benchrifa in his new coaching role at Wydad AC?
Mohamed Benchrifa will be assisted by Youssef Achami as assistant coach, with Driss Ouajou serving as the fitness coach. Tariq Jarmouni will also join the staff, focusing on goalkeeper training for the team.
