AS FAR Rabat and Raja Club Athletic played out a tense 0-0 draw in the Botola Pro on September 25, 2026, in one of Moroccan football’s most anticipated fixtures. The match at the Stade Moulay Abdellah was billed as a potential title-race decider, and while there were no goals, the tactical battle and the intensity of the rivalry lived up to expectation. Both sides had chances to win it, but defensive discipline and goalkeeping excellence kept the scoreline level.

Match Overview

AS FAR Rabat started brightly, pressing Raja Club Athletic high and forcing early turnovers. The home side looked to use the width of the pitch, switching play from flank to flank and delivering crosses into the box. Raja, as always, were dangerous on the counterattack, with their forwards dropping into pockets of space to link play and drive at the defence.

The first half was played at a high tempo but with few clear-cut openings. AS FAR’s midfield controlled possession for long spells, while Raja defended in a compact 4-4-2 block and looked to spring forward. The second half followed a similar pattern, with both teams cautious not to overcommit. As the minutes ticked away, the draw began to feel inevitable, even as both managers made attacking changes.

Key Moments

• 9th minute: AS FAR Rabat’s first shot on target forced a smart save from the Raja goalkeeper.
• 27th minute: Raja Club Athletic had a goal ruled out for offside after a quick break, a decision that was greeted with protests from the visiting bench.
• 52nd minute: AS FAR hit the crossbar with a header from a corner, the closest either side came to scoring.
• 68th minute: Raja’s winger cut inside and curled a shot just wide of the far post.
• 84th minute: A last-ditch tackle inside the AS FAR box denied Raja a clear sight of goal.

Tactical Story

AS FAR Rabat’s game plan was built on control. Their midfielders circulated the ball patiently, looking for gaps between Raja’s defensive lines. Raja, by contrast, were more direct, using pace on the wings and looking for fouls in dangerous areas. The battle in central midfield was fierce, with both teams committing tactical fouls to stop transitions.

Neither goalkeeper was forced into a constant stream of saves, but both made important interventions when called upon. The draw highlights how evenly matched these two giants are. For AS FAR, the result keeps them in the Botola Pro title conversation. For Raja, a point away from home against a direct rival is far from a disaster.

Standings Impact

The 0-0 draw adds a point to both clubs’ totals in the Botola Pro standings. AS FAR Rabat remain in the leading pack, while Raja Club Athletic stay within touching distance of the top places. In a league where head-to-head results and goal difference can decide the championship, this goalless draw could prove significant come the end of the season. Both teams will now turn their attention to the next round, aware that the title race is still wide open.