Wydad Casablanca held at home by DHJ in Botola clash

Wydad Casablanca were forced to settle for a draw after Difaa El Jadida equalised late in their Botola Pro D1 “Inwi” encounter at the Mohammed V Sports Complex.

The rescheduled fixture from matchday 11 saw the home side take the lead before being pegged back in the closing stages, denying them the opportunity to move clear at the top of the table.

Wydad appeared on course for victory after Ramiro Vaca Ponce opened the scoring in the 34th minute, giving the hosts an advantage during the first half.

His goal rewarded a period of control as Wydad looked to assert themselves in front of their supporters.

Despite holding the lead for much of the match, Wydad were unable to extend their advantage, leaving the contest finely balanced as it entered the latter stages.

Difaa El Jadida remained in contention and continued to search for an opportunity to level the score.

That moment arrived in the 78th minute when Mouad Mouchtanim converted a penalty to bring the visitors back into the game.

The goal shifted momentum and ensured that both sides would share the points at the final whistle.

The late equaliser proved decisive, as Wydad were unable to find a response in the remaining minutes.

The result leaves them reflecting on missed opportunities after leading for a significant portion of the match.

For Difaa El Jadida, the draw represents a valuable result away from home.

Their persistence was rewarded with a point that strengthens their position in the middle of the table.

In terms of the standings, the outcome has implications at both ends of the table.

Wydad Casablanca move to 30 points from 14 matches, placing them level with AS FAR, who have also played 14 games, and Raja Casablanca, who have played one more.

The draw means that the race at the top remains closely contested, with multiple teams sharing the lead as the season progresses.

For Wydad, the inability to secure all three points could prove significant in such a tightly fought competition.

Difaa El Jadida, meanwhile, remain seventh in the standings with 21 points.

Their performance against one of the league’s leading sides highlights their ability to compete effectively, particularly in challenging away fixtures.

Although the match did not produce a winner, it delivered a decisive moment late on that shaped the final outcome.

Wydad’s early advantage and DHJ’s late response combined to produce a balanced contest, reflecting the competitive nature of the Botola Pro D1.

As the league campaign continues, both teams will look to build on this result in different ways.

Wydad will aim to convert performances into victories to maintain their push at the top, while Difaa El Jadida will take confidence from securing a point against one of the division’s strongest sides.