Rahouli: "We Will Go to Casablanca Aiming for Semifinal Qualification"

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16 March 2026at01:12

Salah Eddine Rahouli, an Olympique Safi player, confirmed after the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup quarter-final against Wydad AC, which ended in a 1-1 draw, that the team was determined to achieve a positive result at home and keep a clean sheet, but conceded a goal in the match.

Rahouli, who scored Olympique's equalizer, stated: "We were determined to achieve a positive result on our home ground and we wanted not to concede any goals at home, but what God willed happened. We apologize to our fans for this point, and God willing, we will go to Casablanca to put in all our effort, make our fans happy, and qualify for the semifinals, because Olympique Safi deserves a lot."

The player added that the team's focus will now be on the return leg, with the hope of achieving qualification and continuing their journey in the Confederation Cup.

Q&A

What was the outcome of Olympique Safi's first leg against Wydad AC?

Olympique Safi's first leg against Wydad AC in the CAF Confederation Cup quarter-final ended in a 1-1 draw. Rahouli scored the equalizer for Olympique, expressing disappointment about conceding a goal on their home ground.

How did Rahouli react to Olympique Safi's home draw?

Rahouli reacted to Olympique Safi's home draw by apologizing to the fans for conceding a goal, despite their determination to keep a clean sheet. He emphasized the team's commitment to achieving a positive result in the upcoming return leg.

What are Olympique Safi's plans for the return leg in Casablanca?

Olympique Safi's plans for the return leg in Casablanca involve putting in maximum effort to make their fans happy and qualify for the semifinals. The team's focus is now entirely on securing qualification and continuing their journey in the competition.

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