In an intense match held at the prestigious Chérifien Stadium in Meknès, Club Meknès faced off against their rivals Wydad Fes on Saturday evening, resulting in a goalless draw during the 18th round of the professional league. Throughout the encounter, both teams exhibited a commendable effort to break the deadlock, but despite their numerous attempts, neither side succeeded in finding the back of the net.
This stalemate allowed both clubs to add a point to their standings. Wydad Fes continues to hold the top position in the professional league with a total of 38 points, while Club Meknès finds itself in seventh place with 27 points. The match served as a reminder of the fierce competition within the league, particularly in this local derby known as the "Derby of Saiss."
In related news, Wydad Fes announced a ban on their supporters traveling to Meknès for the match, promising either a refund or compensation for their tickets. Meanwhile, Club Tetouan was denied a goal by the referee in their match against Raja Beni Mellal, prompting the club to prepare a formal protest to the refereeing committee.
Coach Franco of Wydad Fes expressed his delight with the atmosphere created by their fans, stating, "My feet urge me to dance because of the energy our supporters bring to the match." In contrast, Meknès’ player Al-Tair commented on the impact of being a man down, which forced Wydad Fes to alter their game plan significantly.
On the broader football scene, Spanish reports suggest that the name of Moroccan coach Walid Regragui has been circulating within the halls of Real Madrid, where he has garnered considerable respect from the club's management. Meanwhile, FC Barcelona is on the brink of reclaiming the La Liga title after their late triumph against Osasuna, securing a 2-1 victory in their recent fixture. Additionally, Arsenal's manager Mikel Arteta praised his team’s authority following a crucial 3-0 victory over Fulham, which has placed them six points clear at the top of the Premier League. Finally, Schalke 04 has officially secured their automatic promotion back to the Bundesliga, marking an impressive achievement for the team ahead of the 2026/27 season.
As reported by onefootball.com.
