CODM Meknes 0-1 Renaissance de Berkane
Botola Pro – Matchday 26 | May 11, 2026

A solitary goal from Renaissance de Berkane was enough to secure a gritty away victory over CODM Meknes at the Stade d’Honneur on Monday night, deepening the hosts' relegation worries while keeping the visitors firmly in the hunt for a top-four finish.

Match Overview

In a contest defined by defensive solidity and few clear chances, Renaissance de Berkane proved more clinical when it mattered. The winning goal arrived in the 58th minute, when striker Youssef Zghoudi latched onto a deflected cross inside the box and volleyed past CODM keeper Mohamed Amsif. The goal stood after a VAR check for a potential offside in the buildup.

CODM Meknes, struggling in 14th place before kickoff, pressed forward late in the second half but lacked the cutting edge required to breach a well-organized Berkane backline. The home side's best opportunity came in the 82nd minute when substitute Hamza El Jebli saw his header cleared off the line by defender Soufiane Bouftini.

Tactical Story

Both teams adopted cautious approaches early on. CODM Meknes sat deep and looked to counter through wide runs from winger Reda Hajhouj, but Berkane’s midfield trio of Labyad, El Mobarak, and Oubila controlled the tempo. Renaissance de Berkane’s manager opted for a compact 4-4-2 defensive shape when out of possession, forcing Meknes into low-percentage long-range efforts.

After taking the lead, the visitors dropped into a deeper block, absorbing pressure and looking to hit on the break. The plan worked perfectly, as Meknes managed only three shots on target all night.

Standout Performers

• Youssef Zghoudi (Berkane) – The match-winner showed great composure for his finish and worked tirelessly off the ball.
• Ismael El Mourabit (Berkane) – The central defender made five clearances and two vital interceptions in the second half.
• Saad Lachhab (CODM Meknes) – The left-back was a rare bright spot for the home side, bombarding forward and delivering dangerous crosses.

Table Impact

The result lifts Renaissance de Berkane to seventh place, now just two points behind the top-four positions with three matches remaining. For CODM Meknes, defeat leaves them three points above the relegation zone, with a difficult run-in against three top-half teams. Survival is still possible, but performances like this will not be enough.