KACM Marrakech secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Ittihad Riadi Tanger in the Botola Pro on October 11, 2026, with a late goal sealing all three points at home.

Kawkab Athletic Club Marrakech took the lead early, were pegged back after the break, and then found a decisive second goal in the closing stages. The win gives KACM Marrakech an important boost in the Botola Pro table and extends Tanger’s frustrating away form.

Match Overview

KACM Marrakech started with purpose and opened the scoring in the 12th minute. Youssef El Amrani found space on the edge of the area and struck a low shot that beat the goalkeeper’s dive. The home side controlled the remainder of the first half, pressing Tanger high and forcing several misplaced passes.

Ittihad Riadi Tanger improved after the interval and equalised in the 54th minute. Abdelilah Hafidi capitalised on a defensive lapse and finished calmly to silence the home crowd. The match looked to be heading for a draw, but KACM found a winner in the 81st minute when Hamza El Ouazzani converted a cross from the right with a powerful header.

Key Moments

• 12' – KACM Marrakech goal: Youssef El Amrani opened the scoring with a low strike from the edge of the box.
• 54' – Ittihad Riadi Tanger equaliser: Abdelilah Hafidi punished a defensive mistake to make it 1-1.
• 81' – KACM Marrakech winner: Hamza El Ouazzani headed home a right-wing cross to seal the win.
• 90+3' – Tanger chance: A late free-kick was cleared off the line as KACM held on.

Tactical Story

KACM Marrakech used a 4-3-3 formation and looked to attack down the flanks, getting their wingers into one-on-one situations. The home crowd added energy, and their high press forced Tanger into long balls for much of the first half. After the equaliser, KACM regained their composure and pushed their full-backs higher in search of a winner.

Ittihad Riadi Tanger were dangerous on the counter and created several nervous moments, but they struggled to keep possession under pressure. Their equaliser came from a rare defensive error rather than sustained control, and in the end KACM’s persistence paid off.

Standout Players

Youssef El Amrani was central to KACM’s attacking play, scoring the opener and linking midfield with the front line. Hamza El Ouazzani delivered the decisive moment with his late header. Abdelilah Hafidi was Tanger’s best player, taking his goal well and threatening on the break, while the Tanger goalkeeper made several important saves to keep the score level for as long as he did.

Season Impact

The three points lift KACM Marrakech in the Botola Pro standings and reinforce their strength at home. For Ittihad Riadi Tanger, the defeat leaves them searching for consistency on the road. With the season still developing, KACM will hope this win sparks a run of form, while Tanger must regroup quickly to avoid slipping further behind in the table.