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Botola ProA Dramatic Finish to Botola Pro 2025-26: Maghreb Fès Crowned Champions
A nail-biting final round in the Botola Pro: Maghreb Fès crowned champions, UTS Rabat stun Wydad, and Renaissance Berkane thrash Difaa El Jadida — here's a round-up of every match.
Renaissance Berkane Thrash Difaa El Jadida 3-1 on Botola Pro's Final Day
A brace from Lamlioui and a goal from Bassene gave Renaissance Berkane a comfortable 3-1 win over Difaa El Jadida on the final day of the Botola Pro season, sealing second place.
Botola ProBotola Pro matchday 30 — Sunday 5 July 2026 fixture list
Eight matches make up Botola Pro matchday 30 this Sunday, headlined by Raja Casablanca's trip to Safi and Wydad's home tie against UAR Rabat. All kick-offs are at 18:00 Morocco time.
Botola ProBotola Pro Matchday 29 Roundup: Berkane down Wydad, Raja survive late drama to beat Agadir
Matchday 29 of Botola Pro delivered plenty of drama, headlined by Renaissance Berkane's 2-0 win over Wydad and Raja Casablanca's late victory against Hassania Agadir.
Matches
Standings
| P | DIFF | PTS | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qualification | ||||
| 1 |  CODM Meknès | 1 | +4 | 3 |
| 2 |  Ittihad Tanger | 1 | +2 | 3 |
| 3 |  Widad Témara | 1 | +2 | 3 |
| 4 |  UTS Rabat | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| 5 |  FAR Rabat | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 |  Hassania Agadir | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 7 |  Kawkab Marrakech | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 8 |  Maghreb Fès | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 |  Moghreb Tetouan | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 |  Raja Casablanca | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 11 |  Renaissance Berkane | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 12 |  CR Khemis Zemamra | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 13 |  FUS Rabat | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| Relegation | ||||
| 14 |  Wydad AC | 1 | -2 | 0 |
| 15 |  Amal Tiznit | 1 | -2 | 0 |
| 16 |  Difaa EL Jadida | 1 | -4 | 0 |
Rules and legend
- Qualification
- Relegation
Full Squad
Defenders
Midfielders
Key Players
Season Statistics
Botola ProSeason 2026| Competition | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botola Pro2026 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 0 |
| Botola Pro2025 | 30 | 9 | 13 | 8 | 30 | 34 | 40 |
| Botola Pro2024 | 30 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 36 | 42 | 42 |
| Botola Pro2022 | 30 | 5 | 10 | 15 | 24 | 44 | 25 |
| Botola Pro2021 | 30 | 9 | 11 | 10 | 32 | 40 | 38 |
| Botola Pro2020 | 30 | 9 | 8 | 13 | 32 | 40 | 35 |
| Botola Pro2019 | 30 | 8 | 11 | 11 | 26 | 28 | 35 |
| Botola Pro2018 | 30 | 9 | 12 | 9 | 30 | 32 | 39 |
| Botola Pro2017 | 16 | 7 | 4 | 5 | 28 | 19 | 25 |
Transfers
Arrivals (1)
Departures (0)
No transfers recorded
Trophies
History of Difaâ El Jadida
Founding and Early Years
Difaâ Hassani El Jadidi was founded on 1 June 1956 in El Jadida, born from the merger of local clubs Difaâ d'Essafa and Hassania de la Médina, under the leadership of Hadj Driss Admoune.
Club Evolution
The club plays its home matches at the Ben M'Hamed El Abdi Stadium, with a capacity of around 15,000, in the coastal city of El Jadida.
Great Managers
Under president Saïd Kabil, the club won its first major trophy in 2013, the Throne Cup, beating Raja Casablanca on penalties (5-4). Rui Almeida currently manages the team.
Iconic Players
The club became known for its ability to spring surprises against Moroccan football's biggest names, notably during its title-winning 2013 Throne Cup run.
Major Achievements
Difaâ El Jadida won its only major trophy in 2013, the Throne Cup, against Raja Casablanca, and has taken part in several CAF continental competitions.
The Club Today
Presided over by Abdelatif Moktarid and managed by Rui Almeida, Difaâ El Jadida remains one of the clubs representing the El Jadida region within Moroccan football.
Frequently asked questions
When is Difaa EL Jadida's next match?+
Difaa EL Jadida face Wydad AC on 3 October 2026.
What is Difaa EL Jadida's current standing?+
Difaa EL Jadida are currently 16 in Botola Pro with 0 points.
When was Difaâ El Jadida founded?+
Difaâ El Jadida was founded on 1 June 1956.
What is Difaâ El Jadida's home stadium?+
Difaâ El Jadida plays at the Ben M'Hamed El Abdi Stadium, with a capacity of around 15,000.
Who is Difaâ El Jadida's current head coach?+
Rui Almeida is Difaâ El Jadida's head coach.
What is Difaâ El Jadida's biggest achievement?+
The 2013 Throne Cup, its only major trophy.
Has Difaâ El Jadida ever won the Moroccan league?+
No, Difaâ El Jadida has never won the Moroccan league.
Which league does Difaâ El Jadida play in?+
Difaâ El Jadida plays in Botola Pro, Morocco's top football division.
Who did Difaâ El Jadida beat to win the 2013 Throne Cup?+
Raja Casablanca, on penalties (5-4).