Wydad Holds Al Ahly to a Stalemate in CAF Champions League First Leg Clash

In a tightly contested encounter, Nigerian forward Junior Ajayi showcased his skills as Al Ahly and Wydad Casablanca played to a 1-1 draw in the first leg of the 2017 CAF Champions League final held in Alexandria on Saturday. Ajayi, a pivotal figure in the lineup for the Egyptian giants, commenced the match from the first whistle.

The home side, Al Ahly, took the lead early in the game with Momeen Zakaria finding the back of the net. However, Wydad Casablanca swiftly responded, leveling the score at 1-1 in the 16th minute, courtesy of a goal from Achraf Bencharki. The closely contested encounter sets the stage for an intense return leg scheduled for Saturday, November 4, in Casablanca, Morocco.

Ahly, aiming for their first CAF Champions League triumph since 2013, faces a stern challenge after Wydad Casablanca’s resilient performance on their home turf. The draw leaves the outcome of the final delicately poised, with both teams seeking to secure the prestigious continental title.

As the football world eagerly awaits the decisive second leg, scheduled to unfold in Casablanca, the clash promises to be a spectacle, with Al Ahly striving to break their championship drought and Wydad Casablanca determined to secure a triumph that has eluded them in recent years. Football enthusiasts are in for a treat as the CAF Champions League final continues to unfold with unpredictable twists and turns.