Morocco's Stellar Presence in CAF Competitions
This year, Morocco continues to shine in North Africa by fielding four clubs out of four that are engaged in the CAF interclub competitions. The clubs representing the Kingdom are RS Berkane and MAS Fès, which are participating in the prestigious Champions League, while AS FAR and Raja Casablanca are set to compete in the Confederation Cup. This remarkable achievement underscores the growing prominence of Moroccan football on the continental stage, further amplified by the national team's impressive journey since the 2022 World Cup.
The upcoming group stage matches of the two premier CAF competitions are just around the corner, and Morocco finds itself among a select group of nations with the highest number of qualified representatives. In the Champions League, RS Berkane is making its second appearance. During their inaugural season in 2025-2026, they reached the semifinals, demonstrating their competitive edge by eliminating formidable opponents before succumbing to fellow Moroccan club AS FAR.
RS Berkane's memorable journey in their debut season included navigating a tough group featuring the defending champions, showcasing their resilience and skill. They advanced past Al Hilal in the quarterfinals with an aggregate score before facing AS FAR in the semifinals, which they contested fiercely.
Another exciting development this season is the return of MAS Fès to the continental competition after a 14-year hiatus. Their qualification came as a result of their triumph in the Botola Pro, which earned them a coveted spot in the Champions League. The last time MAS Fès participated was in 2012, where they faced an early exit against the renowned Zamalek from Egypt.
In the Confederation Cup, two more Moroccan teams are eager to learn their fate in the upcoming draw. AS FAR, the runner-up of the last Champions League edition, is now vying for success in this secondary tournament. Last season, they reached the final but were unable to secure victory against the Mamelodi Sundowns. This year, they are determined to claim the CAF Cup title.
Raja Casablanca's qualification also marks their return to the continental scene after a year away. Following a thrilling finish in the domestic league, the Green Eagles secured a podium position, ensuring their place in African competitions. They faced challenges during the second preliminary round but ultimately succeeded in their mission, much to the relief of their passionate supporters.
With four clubs now engaged in continental group stages, Morocco asserts itself as the only North African nation to achieve this feat this season. This scenario mirrors last year's performance, where AS FAR and RS Berkane represented Morocco in the Champions League, while Wydad Casablanca and OC Safi competed in the Confederation Cup. Across the continent, only Tanzania has matched this accomplishment by qualifying four clubs: Simba SC and Young Africans in the Champions League, along with Azam FC and Singida Black Stars in the Confederation Cup. Moroccan representatives will learn the specifics of their matchups following the draw scheduled by the African governing body on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
As reported by h24info.ma.
