Renaissance de Berkane 2-2 AS FAR Rabat: A Thrilling Botola Pro Stalemate at Stade Municipal

In a pulsating encounter that had everything – drama, goals, and a late twist – Renaissance de Berkane and AS FAR Rabat played out a 2-2 draw at the Stade Municipal de Berkane on 26 June 2026. The result keeps both clubs firmly in the hunt for the Botola Pro title, with Berkane remaining unbeaten at home this season and AS FAR extending their unbeaten run to five matches.

Match Overview

The game kicked off under the floodlights at 01:00 local time, with both sides knowing a win would strengthen their claims for a top-three finish. Renaissance de Berkane, known for their compact defensive structure and rapid counter-attacks, took the lead early in the first half through a well-worked set piece. However, AS FAR Rabat, the most decorated club in Moroccan football history, responded with characteristic grit. The visitors equalised before half-time, only for Berkane to regain the lead just after the hour mark. With the clock winding down, AS FAR snatched a dramatic equaliser in the 86th minute, ensuring a share of the spoils.

Key Moments

• 12th minute: Renaissance de Berkane open the scoring. A corner kick from the right is met by the head of centre-back Hamza El Moussaoui, who powers the ball past the AS FAR goalkeeper. 1-0.
• 37th minute: AS FAR Rabat equalise. A swift counter-attack led by winger Reda Jaadi ends with a clinical finish from Mohamed El Yousfi inside the box. 1-1.
• 64th minute: Berkane regain the lead. Striker Youssef El Fahli latches onto a through ball from midfielder Ismail Khafi and slots past the advancing keeper. 2-1.
• 86th minute: AS FAR rescue a point. Substitute Anas El Asbahi heads home from a free kick after a defensive lapse from the Berkane backline. 2-2.

Tactical Battle

Berkane deployed their usual 4-2-3-1 formation, relying on the physical presence of El Fahli upfront and the creativity of Khafi in the hole. AS FAR, under coach Rachid Taoussi, favoured a 4-3-3, pressing high and looking to exploit the flanks through Jaadi and Abdessamad Ennakach. The first half saw Berkane dominate set pieces, while AS FAR grew into the game as the half progressed, matching their hosts in intensity. In the second half, the match opened up, with both teams committing numbers forward, leading to a breathless finale.

Standout Performers

• Ismail Khafi (Renaissance de Berkane): The midfield orchestrator covered every blade of grass, completing 89% of his passes and providing the assist for Berkane’s second goal. His work rate was exemplary.
• Reda Jaadi (AS FAR Rabat): A constant threat on the right wing, Jaadi’s pace and dribbling caused problems all night. He created the equaliser and had three key passes.
• Hamza El Moussaoui (Renaissance de Berkane): Opened the scoring and was solid defensively, winning 10 aerial duels.

Table and Season Impact

The draw leaves Renaissance de Berkane in 3rd position in the Botola Pro table with 42 points from 22 matches, while AS FAR Rabat climb to 5th with 38 points. Both sides remain within striking distance of league leaders Wydad Casablanca, who have 45 points. Berkane’s home record remains formidable – now unbeaten in 10 league games at Stade Municipal – but they will rue failing to hold the lead twice. For AS FAR, the late equaliser underlines their never-say-die attitude, a trait that could prove decisive in the title race.

Next up for Berkane is a tricky away trip to FUS Rabat, while AS FAR host bottom side Ittihad Tanger in a match they will be expected to win. The race for the Botola Pro crown remains wide open.