FAR Rabat Delegation Returns to Rabat; Santos Grants Players Rest Ahead of RS Berkane League Fixture
T.E (Elbotola)
19 April 2026at16:05
The FAR Rabat delegation is expected to return shortly to the capital, Rabat, coming from Berkane, where they faced RS Berkane in the second leg of the CAF Champions League semi-final.
The military team spent the night in Saïdia before heading to Oujda this afternoon, from where the delegation departed for Rabat on a flight that took off around 3:30 PM.
Coach Alexandre Santos granted his players a day of rest while awaiting the official confirmation of the date for their postponed 12th-round league match against RS Berkane, in order to prepare a special training program for the encounter.
FAR Rabat had reached the CAF Champions League final despite their 1-0 defeat to RS Berkane, benefiting from their 2-0 victory in the first leg, thereby setting up a final clash with South African side Mamelodi Sundowns.
What happened with FAR Rabat in the CAF Champions League semi-final?
FAR Rabat advanced to the CAF Champions League final despite a 1-0 defeat in the second leg against RS Berkane. Their earlier victory in the first leg secured their spot in the prestigious continental competition's ultimate match.
Why did FAR Rabat players receive a day of rest?
FAR Rabat players received a day of rest from Coach Alexandre Santos following their return from Berkane. This break allows them to recover after securing a spot in the CAF Champions League final and before preparing for their upcoming league fixture.
Who will FAR Rabat face in the CAF Champions League final?
FAR Rabat will face the formidable South African side Mamelodi Sundowns in the CAF Champions League final. The team is now preparing for this significant clash after their delegation returned to Rabat and players were granted a short rest period.
