CODM Meknes 3–2 AS FAR Rabat – Botola Pro Thriller

July 3, 2026 – Stade d’Honneur de Meknes

CODM Meknes staged a dramatic comeback to beat AS FAR Rabat 3–2 in a pulsating Botola Pro encounter. The match contained five goals, a missed penalty, and a late winner that sent the home crowd into raptures. The result lifts Meknes into mid-table safety, while AS FAR missed a chance to close the gap on the leaders.

Match Overview

AS FAR started brightly and took a two-goal lead inside 20 minutes through strikes from Zakaria Hadraf and Mohamed Fouzair. Meknes looked shell-shocked but gradually found their rhythm. Before halftime, Khalid Boutaib pulled one back with a well-placed volley, giving the hosts hope for the second half.

Key Moments

• 8’ – Goal: Zakaria Hadraf (AS FAR) – Low drive from outside the box.
• 19’ – Goal: Mohamed Fouzair (AS FAR) – Header from a cross.
• 42’ – Goal: Khalid Boutaib (CODM) – Volley after a corner clearance.
• 57’ – Penalty Miss: AS FAR’s Ayoub El Kaabi saw his spot kick saved by Meknes goalkeeper Omar El Hammouchi.
• 71’ – Goal: Issam Chebake (CODM) – Equaliser from a set-piece rebound.
• 88’ – Goal: Youssef Salhi (CODM) – Header from a free kick to seal the win.

Tactical Story

CODM Meknes changed formation at halftime from a 4-2-3-1 to a more aggressive 4-4-2 diamond, pressing higher and forcing AS FAR into mistakes. The introduction of winger Youssef Salhi proved decisive; his pace and direct running unsettled the AS FAR defence. The army club, meanwhile, appeared to sit back after their early lead, a tactical error that allowed Meknes back into the game. The missed penalty just before the hour mark was a turning point, draining AS FAR’s momentum.

Standout Players

Issam Chebake of Meknes was a powerhouse in midfield, covering every blade of grass and scoring the equaliser. For AS FAR, Mohamed Fouzair was a constant threat in the first half but faded after the break. Goalkeeper Omar El Hammouchi earned special praise for his penalty save and several sharp stops.

Season Impact

The victory moves CODM Meknes up to 10th place, eight points clear of the relegation zone. AS FAR Rabat missed the chance to go second and remain in fourth, now three points behind the top spot with a game in hand. The loss will raise questions about their ability to close out matches against determined opponents.