El-Kanemi Warriors played out a 2-2 draw against Moroccan giants Raja Casablanca in the first leg of their CAF Confederation Cup second preliminary round tie at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne on Sunday. The Nigerian side made a bright start, taking the lead in the sixth minute after dominating the opening exchanges.
However, Raja Casablanca drew level in the 23rd minute through Mohammad Abu Zrayq to ensure both teams went into the break on equal terms. The visitors took the lead for the first time shortly after the hour mark, with Nigerian-born striker Mathias Oyewusi finding the back of the net. El-Kanemi Warriors refused to give up and were rewarded seven minutes from time when Nnamdi Mejuobi restored parity to secure a 2-2 draw for the hosts.
The return leg is scheduled to take place in Casablanca on Friday, October 23, with both sides aiming to secure a place in the next round of the competition.