Thembinkosi Lorch makes full Wydad AC debut as Rhulani Mokwena's side drop important points against COD Meknes in Botola Pro League encounter

South African coach Rhulani Mokwena watched his Wydad Athletic Club side squander opportunities in a goalless draw against COD Meknès at the Stade El Arbi Zaouli Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

The Red Castle dominated the majority of the match in their home ground, but scoring was a struggle for them. However, Zakaria Fatihi found the net in the 76th minute, but his goal was disallowed.

Wydad applied significant pressure on Meknes as the match neared its end, but luck was not in their favour as they had to settle for just one point.

South African players Thembinkosi Lorch, who was making his full debut, and Cassius Mailula were included in the starting lineup for Mokwena's team but were substituted in the 61st minute and 75th minute respectively. .

After failing to secure a victory against ninth-placed Meknes at home, Wydad remained in second place in the Botola Pro League table with 40 points.

With only eight matches remaining this season, Mokwena's team now trails the log leaders RS Berkane by 15 points.

Mokwena and his players must quickly move on from Saturday's result and get ready for their upcoming league clash against Berkane.

The encounter between the two Moroccan giants will take place on Friday, February 28, at the Berkane Municipal Stadium.