KACM Marrakech Stun Raja Casablanca with Dominant 2-0 Win

In a compelling Botola Pro clash on June 10, 2026, KACM Marrakech produced a commanding performance to defeat powerhouse Raja Club Athletic 2-0 at the Stade de Marrakech. The result strengthens KACM’s push for a top-half finish while dealing a blow to Raja’s title aspirations.

Match Overview

KACM entered the match as underdogs against a Raja side that had lost only once in their previous ten league outings. However, the home side’s disciplined defending and ruthless counter-attacking dismantled Raja’s rhythm from the outset. The first goal came early, setting the tone for a memorable evening for the KACM faithful.

Key Moments

• 8’ – Goal: KACM forward Anas El Idrissi latched onto a through ball and fired low into the far corner after a defensive lapse by Raja’s centre-backs.
• 34’ – Raja’s best chance: a header from midfielder Abdessamad Belhaj struck the crossbar.
• 58’ – Goal: Youssef Ben Achour doubled the lead with a powerful left-footed strike from the edge of the box following a quick corner routine.
• 75’ – Red card: Raja’s veteran defender Zakaria Labyad was sent off for a dangerous tackle, effectively ending their comeback hopes.

Tactical Story

KACM coach Rachid Benhammou set his team up in a compact 4-4-2, inviting Raja to possess the ball but denying space in central areas. Raja’s usual fluid 4-3-3 became predictable, with wide crosses easily cleared. On the break, KACM’s pace upfront exploited the high defensive line of the visitors. The early goal forced Raja to chase the game, which played directly into KACM’s counter-attacking hands.

Standout Players

Anas El Idrissi was a constant menace down the left, combining a goal with tireless defensive work. Goalkeeper Hicham El Hammami made several key saves, including a one-on-one stop in the 22nd minute that kept Raja at bay. For Raja, only midfielder Anass El Fadili showed any creativity, but his influence faded as the match wore on.

Table and Season Impact

KACM Marrakech leapfrog into 7th place in the Botola Pro standings with 32 points from 22 matches, now within striking distance of a top-four finish. Raja Casablanca, meanwhile, remain 3rd with 41 points but now trail leaders Wydad Casablanca by 5 points. The defeat exposes Raja’s vulnerability against organised sides that deny them time on the ball – a concern as the title race intensifies.