Officially: Raja and Wydad Derby Without Fans
T.E (Elbotola)
01 May 2026at21:31
The Casablanca derby between Raja Club Athletic and Wydad Athletic Club will be played without spectators, in accordance with a decision by the Central Disciplinary Committee of the National Professional Football League.
This highly anticipated match is scheduled for Saturday, May 9, kicking off at 8:00 PM, at the Mohammed V Complex in Casablanca. It will take place in an exceptional atmosphere, with empty stands.
This development follows sanctions issued in the wake of incidents during Raja's match against AS FAR, which stipulated that the "Green Team's" matches be played without fans. This directly impacts the upcoming derby encounter.
The decision is a blow to the atmosphere of one of the league's most prominent fixtures, especially as anticipation was building for the large crowd attendance that typically characterizes this footballing event.
What happened with the Raja and Wydad Derby?
The Raja and Wydad Derby will proceed without spectators, a decision made by the Central Disciplinary Committee of the National Professional Football League. This highly anticipated match is scheduled for Saturday, May 9, at the Mohammed V Complex in Casablanca.
Why will the Casablanca derby be played without fans?
The Casablanca derby will be played without fans due to sanctions issued after incidents during Raja's previous match against AS FAR. This ruling stipulated that the "Green Team's" matches must be played without spectators, directly affecting this major fixture.
How will playing without fans impact the Casablanca derby?
Playing the Casablanca derby without fans will significantly impact the match atmosphere, which is typically characterized by large crowd attendance. This decision is considered a blow to one of the league's most prominent fixtures, altering the usual vibrant footballing event.
