Rhulani Mokwena survives Casablanca Derby scare as Wydad come back from behind to frustrate rivals Raja

Following a goalless first half at Stade Larbi Zaou on Friday, Pape Sakho thrust the hosts ahead eight minutes into the second period.

Wydad then replied through Netherlands-born winger Mohamed Rayhi with 11 minutes to go as the two Moroccan giants could not separate each other in this Botola Pro League clash.

Friday's draw saw Wydad gaining a point and jumping one rung up the Botola Pro League to position five.

They have seven points fewer than log leaders RS Berkane who have played a game less.

It remains a huge task for Mokwena's side to catch up with Berkane who have shown serious intentions in this title race.

The draw with Raja was Wydad's second straight share of spoils in a season they are already struggling for positive results.

The former Mamelodi Sundowns coach's job remains on the line, having registered four wins, as many draws and three defeats.

Failing to win the Casablanca Derby could have Mokwena judged by the ever-demanding and hard-to-please Wydad fans as a coach not capable of winning big matches.

Wydad will be back in action next Friday when they host Olympic Safi as they push to cover the gap between them and RS Berkane.

Three days earlier, Raja host FAR Rabat in a Caf Champions League Group B opener.