Algeria Football– AS FAR, club of the King of Morocco, is preparing to face the South African club Mamelodi Sundowns this Sunday at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, as part of the last day of group B of the CAF Champions League. This match is of particular importance for Raja Casablanca, who could qualify for the quarter-finals in the event of a victory against the Congolese club Maniema at home, combined with a victory for AS FAR in South Africa.
Despite expectations, the players and owners of the AS FAR club declined a possible financial reward that Raja would have considered offering them as motivation. According to information obtained from a person close to the administration of the military club, this decision does not arise from the tense relations between the two Moroccan clubs since last season, but from a principle of sportsmanship and determination to defend their own objectives. .
The unofficial spokesperson explained: “The AS FAR players are entirely focused on their mission. They are looking to achieve victory to secure their first place in Group B and represent Moroccan football with dignity. Accepting an award from another club would go against sporting ethics and the spirit of competition. »
Challenges to overcome
The military club will, however, have to deal with the absence of its key player, Hatem Es-Souabi, who is injured, and coach Hubert Velud, who is recovering from surgery. These absences, however, have not dampened the determination of the team, which is determined to win the three points in South Africa.
AS FAR, club of the family of the King of Morocco, has already validated its ticket for the quarter-finals, occupying first place in the group with nine points, one unit ahead of Mamelodi Sundowns. Raja, third with five points, is forced to defeat Maniema and count on a misstep from the South Africans to continue the continental adventure.
-A decision marked by honor
The refusal of AS FAR players to accept an award symbolizes their commitment to noble sporting values, while underlining their ambition to shine independently of any external support. This gesture could strengthen their image and consolidate their role as ambassadors of Moroccan football, beyond local rivalries.
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