African Confederation Cup: Wydad Falls to Maniema Union

Wydad Athletic Club suffered a defeat against their hosts, Maniema Union from the Democratic Republic of Congo, with a score of two goals to one during the match held on Sunday, February 1, 2026, in Lubumbashi. This match was part of the fourth round of the group phase of the African Confederation Cup.

A Competitive Encounter

The match proved to be intense and evenly matched, with the Congolese team making the most of their home advantage and the support of their fans to secure the victory, despite Wydad’s attempts to level the score.

Group Standings

Following this defeat, Wydad maintains a total of 9 points, which is the same as Maniema Union, placing both teams at the top of Group B.

Upcoming Matches for Wydad

In their next fixture, Wydad will travel to face Nairobi United (Kenya) during the fifth round, before hosting Tanzanian club Azam in the sixth and final group stage match, a pivotal encounter for qualification.