ALGIERS – Algerian side CR Belouizdad suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat at home against Egypt’s Zamalek SC on Friday night in the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup semi-finals. The match took place at the Nelson Mandela Stadium in Baraki, Algiers.
The decisive moment came in the first half when Brazilian midfielder Juan Alvina Bezerra found the back of the net in the 28th minute, securing a vital away goal for the Egyptian giants.
Match Summary:
- Final Score: CR Belouizdad 0-1 Zamalek SC
- Goal Scorer: Juan Alvina Bezerra (28′)
- Venue: Nelson Mandela Stadium, Algiers
The two teams will meet again for the decisive return leg next Friday at the Cairo International Stadium in Egypt, scheduled for 17:00 local time.
Second Algerian Representative: USM Alger
Algeria’s second representative in the competition, USM Alger, is set to take the pitch tomorrow, Saturday, at the 5 July 1962 Stadium in Algiers. They will host Morocco’s Olympic Safi at 17:00 in the other semi-final clash.
All eyes will now turn to the return legs as both Algerian clubs fight for a spot in the continental final.