Ghana’s Samuel Obeng Gyabaa made a notable impact in Wydad’s 2-0 loss to Manchester City in their FIFA Club World Cup opener, earning a red card tackle from Rico Lewis late in the match.
Obeng, who came on in the 62nd minute, brought energy and aggression to Wydad’s attack. His pressing led to a reckless challenge from Lewis, whose high boot caught Obeng in the face. VAR reviewed the incident, and the City defender was shown a straight red; ruling him out of their next game against Al Ain.
City had already secured the win with a Phil Foden tap-in in the 2nd minute and a stunning Jeremy Doku scorpion kick just before halftime. Wydad will now turn their focus to a must-win clash with Juventus on Sunday, June 22.
