AS FAR bounce back from Raja defeat with 3-1 victory over Difaa El Jadida
AS FAR returned to winning ways in the Moroccan Botola Pro League after securing a 3-1 victory over Difaa El Jadida in their seventh-round encounter at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat on Sunday.
The Army side recovered from their defeat in the postponed El Clasico against Raja Casablanca to claim all three points against the Doukkali outfit, who finished the match with 10 players.
The victory moves AS FAR to third place in the standings with 11 points and a game in hand, while Difaa El Jadida remain 11th with eight points.
AS FAR respond after Raja defeat
AS FAR showed resilience following their recent setback against Raja Casablanca, producing a strong performance to overcome Difaa El Jadida on home soil.
The Rabat-based club found the net three times through Marwan Al-Wadani, an own goal by Mendy, and Ndokit, who scored from the penalty spot.
Al-Fahli also converted a penalty for AS FAR as the hosts secured a convincing victory.
Difaa El Jadida struggle with 10 players
Difaa El Jadida were unable to prevent AS FAR from collecting maximum points in Rabat as their numerical disadvantage made the task more difficult.
The defeat leaves the Doukkali side in 11th position after seven rounds, with eight points.
AS FAR, meanwhile, will take confidence from their return to winning ways as they continue their league campaign with a match still outstanding.
