Wydad Casablanca Welcomes Paulo Sérgio as New Head Coach
On July 26, 2026, Wydad Athletic Club of Casablanca made a significant announcement by signing Portuguese coach Paulo Sérgio as the new head coach of their first team. This pivotal decision marks the beginning of a new era under the leadership of the club's recently elected president, Ibrahim El Asri, who took office just days prior. With the hiring of Sérgio, the new administration aims to revitalize the team's dynamics after a less-than-stellar performance in the previous season.
Last season, Wydad finished fifth in the Botola Pro D1 league and faced disappointment by being eliminated in the quarter-finals of the CAF Cup. Such outcomes fell short of the club's ambitious goals, prompting the leadership change. The arrival of Paulo Sérgio, who comes with a wealth of experience from various leagues across Europe and the Middle East, is seen as a strategic move to steer the club back to success. At 58 years old, this will be Sérgio's first foray into African football, and he is expected to bring fresh insights and methodologies that could benefit the team's performance.
Sérgio has previously managed teams in Portugal, Scotland, Romania, Cyprus, Iran, the United Arab Emirates, and most recently in Saudi Arabia, where he spent the last two seasons. His diverse coaching background positions him well to adapt to the unique challenges of African football. As Wydad embarks on the 2026-2027 season, the primary objective under Sérgio's guidance will be to reclaim a top position in the Botola and to develop a squad capable of achieving significant victories again.
As reported by h24info.ma.
