CAF Champions League: ASEC Mimosas snatch a draw against MAS de Fès
ASEC Mimosas secured a 1-1 draw against Maghreb Association Sportive de Fès (MAS) on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the Stade d’Honneur in Meknès, Morocco. The match was the first leg of the second preliminary round of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Champions League.
Souhalio Bamba rescues ASEC Mimosas against MAS de Fès
In a hard-fought contest on Moroccan soil, the Yellow and Black had to battle to avoid defeat. MAS de Fès took the lead in the 31st minute through Aymene Chabani, putting Mimosas in a difficult position before the break.
Trailing on the scoreboard, the Ivorian representatives continued their efforts to get back into the game. Just as the Moroccans appeared to be heading for a home win, ASEC Mimosas finally found the resources needed to equalise in stoppage time.
In the 90th+1 minute, Souhalio Bamba came to his team’s rescue by scoring the equaliser. The late goal allowed ASEC to leave Meknès with an encouraging result ahead of the second leg.
With the score level at 1-1, both teams remain in contention for qualification. ASEC Mimosas will now have to build on this result in the return match as they look to secure their place in the next round of the competition.
Editor: Charles Zahe
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