Algiers, December 10, 2025 – The Algerian Football Federation (FAF) has announced a change to the kick-off time for the highly anticipated Algerian Cup Round of 16 match between USM El Harrach and JS Kabylie.
Originally scheduled for Friday, the match will now commence at 4:30 PM local time at the Nelson Mandela Stadium in Baraki, Algiers. This adjustment was made to avoid a direct conflict with another major football event.
According to a statement released by the FAF earlier today, the initial kick-off time clashed with the quarter-final match of the FIFA Arab Cup 2025. The Algerian national team ‘A’, is set to face the United Arab Emirates in that quarter-final, with the game scheduled to begin at 6:30 PM Algerian time.
The decision to move the USM El Harrach – JS Kabylie match ensures that Algerian football fans will be able to fully support both their local clubs in the Algerian Cup and the national team in the prestigious Arab Cup competition. The federation encourages fans to attend both matches and show their unwavering support for Algerian football.
This adjustment is expected to minimize scheduling conflicts and allow maximum viewership for both important football fixtures. The Algerian Cup continues to generate significant excitement, and this match promises to be a thrilling encounter between two of the country’s most prominent clubs.
