Club World Cup: Yildiz scores twice against Wydad to put Juventus on verge of last 16

In an impressive display, Kenan Yildiz scored two goals to propel Juventus to a 4-1 victory over Wydad in their Group G match of the Club World Cup held in Philadelphia. The match commenced with Juventus showcasing their attacking prowess early on, as they took the lead in just the sixth minute. Yildiz played a crucial role in this opening goal, as his angled shot inadvertently led to an own goal by Wydad defender Abdelmounaim Boutouil. Following this, Yildiz continued to shine by scoring a stunning goal from the edge of the box in the 16th minute, placing Juventus firmly in control with a 2-0 advantage. Despite this strong start, Juventus faced a moment of vulnerability when a defensive lapse allowed Wydad's Thembinkosi Lorch to score in the 25th minute, narrowing the gap to 2-1 and reigniting hope for the Moroccan side.

However, Juventus quickly regained their composure and extended their lead once more, thanks to Yildiz's remarkable performance. He netted his second goal of the match from close range in the 69th minute, demonstrating his scoring instincts and confirming his pivotal role in the team. The match concluded with Juventus adding a fourth goal through a penalty converted by substitute Dušan Vlahović deep into added time. With this victory, Wydad's chances of advancing were effectively eliminated, following their earlier defeat to Manchester City. Juventus now stands on the brink of qualifying for the last 16, contingent on the outcome of Al Ain's match against Manchester City later that evening.