This article was automatically translated from HIBAPRESS, the Arabic version:
This article was automatically translated from HIBAPRESS, the Arabic version:
Heba Press – Sports
South African Rulani Mokoena, coach of Wydad Athletic Club, has expressed optimism about the draw for the 2025 Club World Cup, which will be held in the United States of America next summer, despite the presence of strong teams in his team group.
In a statement on Wydad’s official YouTube channel, Mokoena confirmed that the group which includes Manchester City in England, Juventus in Italy and Al Ain in the United Arab Emirates presents a unique opportunity for the ‘Red’ team to win the first victory in its history in the Club. World Cup competitions, during his third participation.
Mokoena said: “We will face old clubs like City and Juventus, in addition to Al Ain, the Emirati Asian champions. Playing in such a group is not a loss, but an opportunity to achieve positive results. We need to focus on achieving at least one victory, which we have not been able to do in previous participations.
The coach added: “Even if we do not qualify for the advanced rounds, contact with these strong teams will benefit us. » We will gain experience which will give the team additional strength for the coming seasons. »
He concluded by saying: “It is a big challenge for us, because we are trying to develop our own style of play which is somewhat similar to that of Manchester City. “These will be fun matches and an opportunity for Wydad to prove themselves at international level. »
It is worth noting that the draw for the 2025 Club World Cup placed Wydad Sports Club in Group G, alongside Manchester City, Juventus and Al Ain of the United Arab Emirates.
