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Scoreless draw settles the match between Ittihad Tanger and AS FAR
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Scoreless draw settles the match between Ittihad Tanger and AS FAR

From Hespress · (1h ago) Arabic

Translated from Arabic, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The football match between Ittihad Tanger and AS FAR ended in a goalless draw.
  • The result saw AS FAR move up to second place in the league standings, level on points with Raja Casablanca.
  • Ittihad Tanger remains in 11th place with 18 points after the 18th round of the professional league.

In a tightly contested match that ultimately failed to produce a breakthrough, Ittihad Tanger and AS FAR played out a goalless draw on Sunday evening at the Grand Tanger Stadium. The encounter, part of the 18th round of the professional league, saw both teams create chances but ultimately fall short of finding the back of the net. The first half was characterized by cautious play and mutual attempts to gain an early advantage, though defensive solidity largely prevailed. The tempo increased in the second half, with both sides pushing harder to break the deadlock. However, the vigilance of the goalkeepers on both teams proved decisive, thwarting all efforts and ensuring the match concluded at 0-0. This result means AS FAR secures a valuable point, elevating them to second place in the league table, sharing the same points as Raja Casablanca but holding the advantage on goal difference. Ittihad Tanger, meanwhile, adds a single point to their tally, keeping them in 11th position.

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