Wydad Fails to Secure Win for Sixth Consecutive League Match After 1-0 Loss to Renaissance Zemamra
T.E (Elbotola)
03 May 2026at17:54
Wydad Athletic continues its negative run of results in new coach Mohamed Benchrifa's first test, following their 1-0 defeat to Renaissance Zemamra on Sunday evening. This match was part of the 18th round of the Professional League.
The first half of the encounter, hosted at Ahmed Choukri Stadium in Zemamra, saw no goals, as both teams failed to find the back of the net.
After the break, Renaissance Zemamra managed to score the winning goal in the 70th minute, courtesy of player Reda Ait Bougima.
With this result, Wydad Athletic occupies fourth place with 31 points, while Renaissance Zemamra is in tenth place with 19 points.
Q&A
What happened to Wydad Athletic in their latest match?
Wydad Athletic lost 1-0 to Renaissance Zemamra in their 18th Professional League match, marking their sixth consecutive game without a win. The decisive goal was scored in the second half, deepening their current negative run.
How does this defeat affect Wydad Athletic's league standing?
This defeat places Wydad Athletic in fourth position within the Professional League standings. They currently hold 31 points after the 18th round, trailing the top teams as their winless streak continues to impact their title aspirations.
What is the significance of this result for new coach Mohamed Benchrifa?
This 1-0 loss to Renaissance Zemamra represents Mohamed Benchrifa's initial challenge as Wydad Athletic's new coach. He now faces the immediate task of reversing the team's six-match winless streak and improving their performance in the Professional League.
