In a tightly fought Group B clash of the 2025–26 CAF Confederation Cup, Moroccan powerhouse Wydad Casablanca edged out Kenyan side Nairobi United 1–0 at the Moi International Sports Centre in Kasarani on Sunday afternoon.
Late Winner Sends Wydad Through
After a competitive encounter that saw chances at both ends, the game was settled in the 89th minute when former European star Wissam Ben Yedder struck the decisive goal for Wydad. His late intervention secured all three points and placed the Moroccans firmly atop Group B, moving them closer to quarter‑final qualification.
Nairobi United – appearing in continental competition for the first time after promotion to Kenya’s top flight – showed spirited defending throughout much of the match but couldn’t find a breakthrough. The hosts were later reduced to ten men when defender Steve Biko Omollo received a red card late in stoppage time.
Match Highlights
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Wydad Casablanca dominated possession and created multiple scoring opportunities but were unable to convert until the final minutes.
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Nairobi United looked dangerous early on and had several promising moments, but missed chances and strong defending from Wydad kept them scoreless.
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The narrow defeat extended Nairobi United’s winless run in the group, leaving them without a point as they prepare for their final group fixture away in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
What This Means in the Group
With the three points, Wydad Casablanca now leads Group B with 12 points and has effectively secured a spot in the next round. Nairobi United remain at the bottom of the table, still seeking their first point in the competition.
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