
Ziyech Brace Sees Wydad Return to Winning Ways with 2-0 Victory Over Meknès Club
Wydad AC returned to winning ways after securing a two-goal to nil victory over Meknès Club in a match played as part of the nineteenth round of the Professional League.
The Red Team entered the encounter with clear determination to open the scoring early, creating several promising opportunities before Hakim Ziyech successfully found the net in the 25th minute of the first half. He executed a magnificent direct free-kick from long range with great confidence and focus.
In first-half stoppage time, Hakim Ziyech added Wydad's second goal from the penalty spot, giving his team a comfortable advantage before heading into the dressing rooms.
During the second half, coach Hamouda Benchrifa made a series of substitutions with the aim of resting some key players, including Hakim Ziyech, in preparation for the upcoming derby match. Wydad continued to press for additional goals but failed to convert their available opportunities.
Following this victory, Wydad AC climbed to fourth place in the league standings with 34 points, while Meknès Club's tally remained at 27 points, placing them seventh.