Wydad and FUS Rabat Share Spoils in Dramatic Botola Pro Encounter
Casablanca Derby Ends in Thrilling 2-2 Draw
Football fans in Casablanca were treated to a rollercoaster of emotions on Sunday evening as Wydad AC and FUS Rabat battled to a 2-2 draw in a crucial Botola Pro 1 match at Stade Larbi Zaouli. This match, part of the 24th round of the league, had significant implications for both teams’ ambitions, adding to the already electric atmosphere. The result leaves Wydad chasing league leaders Renaissance Berkane, while FUS maintains its position in the hunt for continental qualification.
FUS Rabat drew first blood in the 35th minute, capitalizing on a somewhat lackluster first-half performance from the wydad-narrow-victory-over-maghreb-tetouan/” title=”Wydad Edges Out Moghreb Tétouan in Tight Victory (Video)”>home side. Osama Soukhane delivered a pinpoint pass to Hamza Hannouri, who calmly slotted the ball past the Wydad keeper. Wydad struggled to break down the organized FUS defense, leaving the visitors with a 1-0 advantage at the break.
The second half saw a revitalized Wydad emerge, spurred on by the roaring home crowd. Despite the initial pressure, FUS goalkeeper Rachid Ghanimi remained relatively untroubled in the early stages. However, the final 15 minutes witnessed a dramatic shift in momentum. In the 81st minute, Osama Zamrawi pounced on a rebound to level the score for Wydad, igniting the home support.
Just four minutes later, the stadium erupted as Hamza Sakhi put Wydad ahead. A well-worked team move culminated in Sakhi’s precise finish, seemingly securing a vital three points for the home side. The celebrations were short-lived, however. Deep into stoppage time, in the 91st minute, Soufiane El-Tazi delivered a stunning blow to Wydad’s hopes, unleashing a powerful shot that found the back of the net, silencing the home crowd and rescuing a point for FUS Rabat.
This dramatic draw leaves Wydad AC with 47 points, still trailing league leaders RS Berkane. FUS Rabat, now on 42 points, remains firmly in contention for a place in next season’s continental competitions. The Botola Pro 1 continues to be a tightly contested league, with several teams vying for top spots and continental qualification. This thrilling encounter between Wydad and FUS Rabat underscores the competitive nature of Moroccan football and promises an exciting finish to the season.
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