{"id":66491,"date":"2026-02-05T20:42:04","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T20:42:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/lesotho\/all-news\/ziyech-returns-as-wydad-seeks-confederation-cup-spot"},"modified":"2026-02-05T21:22:25","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T21:22:25","slug":"ziyech-returns-as-wydad-seeks-confederation-cup-spot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/lesotho\/all-news\/ziyech-returns-as-wydad-seeks-confederation-cup-spot","title":{"rendered":"Ziyech Returns as Wydad Seeks Confederation Cup Spot"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Lesotho. <\/strong> <\/span>Wydad Athletic Club have received a major boost ahead of their crucial CAF Confederation Cup encounter against Nairobi United, with Moroccan star Hakim Ziyech set to travel with the squad for the decisive fixture.<\/p>\n<p>The experienced winger missed Wydad\u2019s previous away assignment against AS Maniema in the Democratic Republic of Congo after the club raised concerns over difficult playing conditions, including a challenging artificial surface and unfavourable weather. With better facilities and conditions expected in Kenya, the technical team has now cleared Ziyech to rejoin the squad for the high-stakes clash.<\/p>\n<p>Ziyech\u2019s return comes at a pivotal moment in Wydad\u2019s continental campaign. A victory against Nairobi United would confirm the Casablanca giants\u2019 qualification for the CAF Confederation Cup quarterfinals and also secure top spot in their group with one match still to play. Such an outcome would give Wydad a significant advantage heading into the knockout stages.<\/p>\n<p>The former Galatasaray,Chelsea and Ajax playmaker brings invaluable experience and creativity to Wydad\u2019s attack, having featured at the highest level in European and international football. His presence is expected to lift both performance and morale within the squad as they target a strong finish to the group stage.<\/p>\n<p>With qualification within touching distance, Wydad will be looking to capitalise on Ziyech\u2019s return and deliver a commanding display in Kenya, as they continue their quest for continental glory.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Lesotho<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Lesotho. Wydad Athletic Club have received a major boost ahead of their crucial CAF Confederation Cup encounter against Nairobi United, with Moroccan star Hakim Ziyech set to travel with the squad for the decisive fixture. 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