Chabab Atl. Khenifra vs Chabab Ben Guerir Match Recap - Oct 26, 2025

In a decisive clash in the Botola 2 on October 26, Chabab Atl. Khenifra secured a much-needed 2-0 victory over Chabab Ben Guerir, lifting themselves off the bottom rungs of the table. The win, marked by goals from Khalid Harech and Hamid Amine, provides a significant boost to Khenifra's confidence as they move up to 11th place, now with 5 points from 5 matches.

Coming into the match, both teams were desperate for points, sharing a similar fate with identical records of one win, two draws, and one loss. Chabab Atl. Khenifra, however, had been struggling to find the net, averaging a mere 0.3 goals per game in their previous four outings. Per my earlier prediction, I suggested a tight game with minimal scoring-a notion that, as it turns out, was a bit off the mark as Khenifra found their attacking rhythm in a way that belied their prior struggles.

The first half proved crucial for Khenifra, as they took the lead in the 22nd minute. Harech capitalized on a defensive lapse and slotted home the opener, sending the home crowd into a frenzy and shifting the momentum firmly in Khenifra's favor. The early goal did wonders for their morale, allowing them to play with more freedom and confidence.

As the second half unfolded, the visitors from Ben Guerir struggled to regain their footing. Khenifra doubled their advantage in the 68th minute when Amine found the back of the net following a well-timed counterattack. This goal left Ben Guerir with a mountain to climb and reinforced Khenifra's newfound momentum. Despite several attempts to claw back into the match, Ben Guerir could not break down Khenifra's resolute defense, leaving the scoreline unchanged.

Notably, this result is a significant step for Khenifra, who had faltered recently with a solitary win in their last five matches. The victory not only marks their second in the league but also reinforces their aspirations to climb out of the relegation battle as they aim to establish themselves in the upper half of the table.

Conversely, for Chabab Ben Guerir, this defeat is yet another setback in a season marked by inconsistency. They remain in 10th place with an identical five points but will need to reevaluate their strategy and performance if they wish to avoid being drawn further into the fight for survival. The match highlighted their challenges in converting chances into goals, a theme that has plagued them in recent weeks.

As both teams look ahead, the stakes continue to rise in this competitive league. Khenifra's outlook is decidedly brighter after breaking their goalscoring drought, while Ben Guerir must regroup and address their deficiencies if they hope to remain competitive. For both clubs, the coming matches will be crucial as they seek to establish their identities and ambitions in the Botola 2.