CAF Champions League: RS Berkane Salvage Late Draw Against Al-Hilal (1-1) in Quarter-Final First Leg
T.E (Elbotola)
15 March 2026at00:06
RS Berkane drew 1-1 with Sudanese visitors Al-Hilal in their CAF Champions League quarter-final first leg match played this evening.
The Sudanese side opened the scoring early in the 13th minute through Omar Abdelrahman, who capitalized on a well-organized attack to convert one of the visitors' available chances.
RS Berkane pushed for an equalizer throughout the remainder of the match, increasing their pressure, particularly in the second half. Their efforts paid off in injury time when they were awarded a penalty, which Mounir Chouiar successfully converted past the Al-Hilal goalkeeper.
With this result, the Moroccan side will now look to make amends in the return leg to keep their hopes of qualifying for the next round alive.
Q&A
What happened in the CAF Champions League quarter-final first leg?
In the CAF Champions League quarter-final first leg, RS Berkane secured a 1-1 draw against Al-Hilal. The Sudanese side scored first, but Berkane equalized with a penalty in injury time, setting up a tense second leg.
How did RS Berkane manage to draw against Al-Hilal?
RS Berkane managed to draw against Al-Hilal by intensifying their pressure, especially in the second half. After conceding an early goal, their persistent efforts were rewarded in injury time when they earned a penalty, which was successfully converted.
What are RS Berkane's prospects after this first-leg draw?
RS Berkane's prospects after this first-leg draw hinge on the return leg. The Moroccan side must now perform strongly away from home to overturn the aggregate score and secure their qualification for the next round of the CAF Champions League.
