Wydad vs AS FAR: The Classico Shaking Morocco Tonight – Atmosphere and the New Kombat Kit
Brace yourselves, because this Thursday, 5th March 2026, the Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca is set for a night to remember. Wydad Athletic Club, the giants with twenty league titles, host their eternal rivals, AS FAR, in a Botola Pro clash. This isn't just a game; it's the Classico, a trench war where every pass, every tackle, and every goal echoes far beyond Morocco's borders.
Kick-off is at 8pm Moroccan time (7pm GMT), and for those who can't be in the cauldron of Casablanca, the official broadcasters are pulling out all the stops: live action, analysis, and reports from outside the stadium. It's a setup worthy of the occasion, because this Wydad-AS FAR clash has all the hallmarks of a title decider. The two teams are neck and neck at the top of the table, and any slip-up could be costly.
One to Watch: Benjelloun – The Lion Awakens
On the Wydad side, all eyes are on one man: Benjelloun. The number 10, an academy graduate, is in red-hot form. After a subdued start to the season, he's hit top gear just in time for this massive fixture. His languid dribbling and vision through the middle will be the Reds' main weapons to unsettle the solid Military defence. In the stands, he's the fans' undisputed hero, and shirts with his name on the back are flying off the shelves.
Red Fever: The Club Shop, New Kit, and National Passion
Speaking of shirts, the new 2025/2026 home kit by Kappa, the famous Kombat Home shirt, was unveiled a few weeks ago and it's been a sensation. Outside the official Wydad store in Maarif, queues start forming at dawn. Fans are desperate to be the first to sport this shirt with its elegant collar and gold trim – a symbol of a season that could be historic. And the madness isn't confined to Casablanca. Even in Fez, where the Wydad community is huge, you can feel the fervour building. Cafés are packed to the rafters, and red and white flags adorn the balconies. Wydad Athletic Club is everywhere, from Fez to Tangier, from Rabat to Marrakech.
Three Key Battles in this Classico
- The Striker Duel: Benjelloun for WAC versus AS FAR's rock-solid centre-back partnership. Who will come out on top?
- Midfield Mastery: Jahjouh's (Wydad) creative flair against Lakhdar's (AS FAR) relentless engine. A battle of the playmakers.
- The 12th Man: The 45,000 fans at the Mohammed V can make it a living hell for the away side. Can the Military boys withstand the red fury?
The ball will stop rolling around 10pm local time (9pm GMT), but the debate will rage on long into the night in homes and on social media. One thing's for sure: whether you're in the Maarif shop, in a café in Fez, or watching on a screen in London, you're about to witness a piece of Moroccan football history. Don't miss Wydad vs AS FAR – a Classico in every sense of the word.