Manchester City vs Wydad Casablanca Prediction, Preview, Team News and Lineups 18.06.2025

• Date and Time: Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 17:00 GMT+1
• Venue: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, United States

Manchester City vs Wydad Casablanca Preview and Team News

Manchester City Team News

Following Man City’s terrible campaign, where they failed to win a single title, their attention will shift towards the Club World Cup. It’ll be a chance for Pep Guardiola to win the trophy and prove his critics wrong.

They could not have wished for better opponents than the Moroccan side Wydad Casablanca. City are the obvious favourites to finish first in Group G, and a convincing start is pivotal for the English.

Manchester City have made a haul of transfers during the Summer window ahead of the season. Rayan Cherki, Rayan Aït-Nouri, and Tijjani Reijnders have all been included in the final squad. 

Manchester City predicted lineup vs Wydad Casablanca

Manchester City predicted lineup vs Wydad Casablanca (4-2-3-1): Ederson; Lewis, Dias, Akanji, Gvardiol; Rodri, Nico; Silva, Foden, Marmoush; Haaland. 

Wydad Casablanca Team News

The powerhouse of Moroccan football, Wydad Casablanca, will embark on their third Club World Cup campaign (2017, 2022, 2025) in the United States. Despite being placed in a tough group with City, Juventus, and Al Ain, they can at least compete for the third spot.

With 22 domestic titles, Wydad are the most successful Moroccan team. While they don’t have high-profile names in the squad, the integrity and a high level of discipline have been the club’s trademark.

The Dutch Mohamed Rayhi will surely be Wydad’s primary offensive force against City. The former Sparta forward has netted 11 goals in Botola Pro and will aim to upset Pep Guardiola’s men too. 

Wydad Casablanca predicted lineup vs Manchester City

Wydad Casablanca predicted lineup vs Manchester City (4-3-3): Benabid; Moufi, Boutouil, Harkass, Boucheta; Zemraoui, Mailula, Moubarik; Lorch, Obeng, Rayhi.

Manchester City vs Wydad Casablanca Prediction 

• Pick: Manchester City (-2.5) Handicap
• Odds: 1.74 (22Bet)
• Score prediction: Manchester City 4-0 Wydad Casablanca

The difference in class and quality is noticeable. City are the second richest club at the current CWC, while Wydad’s value is only €17m. The numbers speak for themselves.

The English squad will probably go for a convincing victory on Wednesday, without avoiding unnecessary waste of energy. This is also a chance for newly signed footballers to showcase their abilities.

We anticipate a one-sided affair, where the English will dominate possession, number of moments, and xG. Wydad Casablanca might receive their chances, but it probably won’t be enough. Hence, our first pick is Manchester City to win with a (-2.5) handicap. 

Manchester City vs Wydad Casablanca Prediction, Betting Tip

• Pick: Over 3.5 Goals
• Odds: 1.93 (22Bet)

In the domestic championship, Wydad have not stood out with a prolific performance. They’ve scored and conceded a few goals; however, they are now on a different stage, and maintaining the same record will be near impossible.

The biggest boost for City is Rodri’s return. The Spanish midfielder was out of the 2024/25 campaign with an injury, and his absence significantly disrupted the club’s performance.

Erling Haaland will also look forward to increasing his tally for Man City. Currently, the Norwegian has 121 to his account, and Wydad Casablanca are ideal opponents for him. A high-scoring affair is anticipated, and we suggest picking over 3.5 goals in this game. 

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