This article was automatically translated from HIBAPRESS, the Arabic version:
This article was automatically translated from HIBAPRESS, the Arabic version:
Heba Press – Sports
Royal Army and Raja Athletic drew 1-1 in a thrilling fifth round summit of the African Champions League at the Stade Charafé pitch in Meknes.
In the first half, Raja began to put heavy pressure on the Army defense in search of an early goal, but the Army defense was consistent.
As time passed, El Gaish was able to take control of the match and scored their first goal thanks to a mistake by Raja’s left back Youssef Belamri who accidentally scored a goal against his team.
A fatal error by goalkeeper Anas Al-Zeniti cost his team a goal #African_Champions_League | #Royal_Army_Please pic.twitter.com/oqs7IT4pla
– beIN SPORTS (@beINSPORTS) January 11, 2025
In the second half, Raja intensified their pressure on the army defense and managed to equalize the score in the 77th minute thanks to a penalty taken by Nofal Zarhouni.
Raja Athletic equalizes thanks to Nofal Zarhouni #African_Champions_League | #Royal_Army_Please pic.twitter.com/5FjYqjM9sO
– beIN SPORTS (@beINSPORTS) January 11, 2025
With this tie, El Gaish continues to lead the group with 9 points, and officially qualifies for the next round, while Raja brings their score to 5 points, leaving them with a slim chance of qualifying for the quarter-finals.
On the other hand, Mamelodi Sundowns lead the group with 8 points, and Maniema of Congo are in last place with 3 points.
