Etoile Metlaoui return to home soil to face Esperance at 1:00 PM today in what could be a turning point in their Ligue I campaign.

Etoile Metlaoui are under pressure to rediscover form after a difficult run. Esperance arrive with confidence, securing 4 wins from their last 5.

Historically, Esperance lead the rivalry with 8 wins over Etoile Metlaoui's 1. 1 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw Esperance came out on top 0-2.

Expect a tight, tactical affair. Etoile Metlaoui may hold the edge at the stadium, but Esperance's quality on the break shouldn't be underestimated.