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Algerian Ligue 1: CR Belouizdad Edges Olympic Akbou, ES Sétif Secures Draw in Biskra

Algiers – CR Belouizdad extended their winning streak to five consecutive matches in the Algerian Ligue 1 “Mobilis,” defeating Olympic Akbou 1-0 on Friday evening in the 15th and final round of the first phase. Meanwhile, ES Sétif managed a goalless draw away against US Biskra.

Key Results

  • CR Belouizdad 1–0 Olympic Akbou:
    At the July 5 Stadium in Algiers, CR Belouizdad claimed a narrow victory over Olympic Akbou. The solitary goal came in the 76th minute courtesy of Meziane. Despite playing without fans due to a disciplinary sanction, the win moved Belouizdad to sixth place with 19 points and four games in hand. Olympic Akbou remains in ninth place with 17 points.
  • ES Sétif 0–0 US Biskra:
    In Biskra, ES Sétif secured a point but missed the chance to claim second place outright. The result leaves them in joint second with MC Alger, both at 21 points.
  • JS Saoura 2–0 CS Constantine:
    JS Saoura triumphed at home against CS Constantine with goals from Boucheiba (22’) and Ghrab (64’). Saoura climbed to 12th with 16 points, while Constantine dropped to fourth, tied with USM Alger at 20 points.

Other Highlights

  • MC Alger’s Away Victory:
    On Thursday, MC Alger defeated NC Magra 2-1, bolstering their impressive away record of 14 points from 18 possible. The team moved temporarily to second place with 21 points, narrowing the gap with league leaders JS Kabylie (24 points).
  • USM Alger 3–0 MC Oran:
    USM Alger, under Tunisian coach Nabil Maâloul, achieved a decisive home win, placing them fourth with 20 points and four games in hand. MC Oran slipped to eighth with 18 points.
  • Paradou AC’s Third Consecutive Win:
    Paradou AC continued their strong form, defeating promoted side RC Mostaganem 2-0. Striker Adil Boulbina shone with a brace (9’, 89’), extending his lead as the league’s top scorer with 11 goals.

Standout Performances

  • Adil Boulbina (Paradou AC):
    The 21-year-old forward solidified his position as the top scorer with 11 goals, six ahead of his closest competitors.

Upcoming Matches

The 15th round concludes on Saturday with two matches:

  • JS Kabylie vs. JSM Chlef:
    League leaders JS Kabylie will visit JSM Chlef, aiming to maintain their top spot.
  • MC El Bayadh vs. US Khenchela:
    MC El Bayadh will host US Khenchela in a fan-less encounter.

For more details, visit DZWATCH.DZ.

Author: Nor-Eleslam

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