Wydad AC Celebrates Historic Moment During FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Tour.

FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Tour
The FIFA Club World Cup trophy made a symbolic stop in Casablanca on April 15, as Wydad Athletic Club celebrated its qualification for the 2025 edition with a pride-filled ceremony attended by club legends and former presidents.

 

As part of the Club World Cup trophy tour across all 20 participating countries, the iconic trophy made its nineteenth club stop in Casablanca, Morocco, on April 15–16, visiting Wydad Athletic Club.

The event featured appearances by Wydad legends Noureddine Naybet, Salah Eddine Saidi, and Hassan Benabicha, as well as former president Abdelilah El Manjra and current president Hicham Ait Menna.

FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Tour
Wydad AC legend and Club World Cup ambassador Noureddine Naybet, along with Wydad AC President Hicham Ait Menna, during the FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Tour in CASABLANCA, MOROCCO – APRIL 15: The FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Tour stop at Wydad AC on April 16, 2025 in Casablanca, Morocco. (Photo by Abdelmajid Bziouat – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

During its two-day visit to Casablanca, the trophy toured historic landmarks such as the Hassan II Mosque and Mohammed V Stadium.

FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Tour
Hassan II Mosque, CASABLANCA, MOROCCO – APRIL 16: The FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Tour stop at Wydad AC on April 16, 2025 in Casablanca, Morocco. (Photo by Abdelmajid Bziouat – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Tour
Hicham Ait Menna, President of Wydad AC, with the FIFA Club World Cup trophy at Mohammed V Stadium, CASABLANCA, MOROCCO – APRIL 16: The FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Tour stop at Wydad AC on April 16, 2025 in Casablanca, Morocco. (Photo by Abdelmajid Bziouat – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

The Trophy Tour, currently underway, brings the coveted prize to fans around the world, building excitement ahead of the upcoming tournament.

FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Tour
Kids and fans have the opportunity to pose with the trophy during the FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Tour. CASABLANCA, MOROCCO – APRIL 16: The FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Tour stop at Wydad AC on April 16, 2025 in Casablanca, Morocco. (Photo by Abdelmajid Bziouat – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup will be the biggest ever, with 32 teams and the same format used at the 2022 World Cup.

Wydad secured its place in the prestigious tournament by winning the 2022 African Champions League title. Along with Al Ahly—the reigning CAF Champions League holders—ES Tunis, and Mamelodi Sundowns, Wydad AC will proudly represent Africa in this elite club competition. 

FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Tour
Wydad AC is in Group G of the FIFA Club World Cup alongside Manchester City FC, Al Ain FC, and Juventus FC. CASABLANCA, MOROCCO – APRIL 16: The FIFA Club World Cup Trophy Tour stop at Wydad AC on April 16, 2025 in Casablanca, Morocco. (Photo by Abdelmajid Bziouat – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

The tournament will be held in the USA from Saturday, June 14, to Sunday, July 13, 2025, across 12 stadiums in 11 cities.

The next stop on the Trophy Tour will be Dortmund, Germany.