Morocco’s RS Berkane defeated Stade Malien by a slim margin of 1-0 on the road, making them the first team to qualify for the competition’s knockout stages.
The two-time champions Berkane have officially acquired the title contender designation this season as they look to win a third crown by finishing the group stages with a record-clean sweep of points.
After a close 1-0 victory over Stade Malien on the road, Morocco’s RS Berkane became the first team to qualify for the competition’s knockout stages.
As they look to close the group stages with a record-clean sweep of points on their way to a third crown, Berkane, who has won the tournament twice, has officially earned the title contenders moniker this season.