The Wydad Athletic Club of Fez Football Association held its Extraordinary General Assembly on Sunday, September 29, 2024, resulting in significant developments in the club’s leadership.
General Assembly Results
Election of a New President:
Khalid El Ajli was elected as the new president of Wydad Athletic Club of Fez during this Extraordinary General Assembly. The election took place in one of Fez’s halls, specifically in the Lisan Eddine Ibn Al-Khatib Hall in the Saada district.Background of the New President:
Khalid El Ajli is a successful businessman and a well-known political figure, especially after his success in the partial parliamentary elections in South Fez. He also comes from a family with strong ties to Wydad, which strengthens his connection to the club.
Future Challenges
Despite the welcome election of El Ajli, there are some challenges he may face:
- Fan Pressure: The expectations of the fans may be high with the change, which could put additional pressure on the new management.
- Improving Team Performance: In recent years, Wydad Fez has faced difficulties and narrowly escaped relegation to the amateur division. One of the priorities of the new management will be to get the team back on track.
- Administrative Experience: Despite El Ajli’s success in other fields, managing a sports club requires special skills, and he may need time to adapt to this new role.
Background of the General Assembly
This Extraordinary General Assembly came after the resignation of the former president, Mounim El Hajjouji, on September 2, 2024, when he officially submitted his resignation from the club’s presidency. This change in leadership comes at a critical time for the club, with hopes of achieving administrative stability and improving sports results.