In an exciting encounter held in Rabat on April 11, the Royal Armed Forces of Morocco showcased their football prowess by defeating fellow Moroccan team Renaissance Berkane with a convincing score of 2-0 in the first leg of the African Champions League semi-final. The match saw a crucial turning point in the second half, where Ahmed Hammoudan and substitute Khalid Ait Ouarkhane emerged as the heroes for the military squad. Hammoudan broke the deadlock in the 58th minute, bringing the home crowd to their feet, while Ait Ouarkhane sealed the deal with a second goal just ten minutes before the final whistle.
The Royal Armed Forces dominated much of the match at their home ground in the capital, Rabat, establishing a significant advantage as they head into the return leg next Saturday in Berkane. This victory not only boosts their confidence but also puts them in a strong position to progress to the finals of the prestigious tournament.
On the other side of the semi-finals, Esperance from Tunisia will face off against South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns, with their first leg match scheduled to take place in Tunis on Sunday. The competition is heating up as teams vie for a coveted spot in the finals of the African Champions League.
As reported by straitstimes.com.
