USM Alger host CR Belouizdad on Thursday, Oct 29 at 8:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 3 points in the Ligue 1, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

USM Alger come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 1L). CR Belouizdad, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 1D 0L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. USM Alger head into this on the back of a defeat, while CR Belouizdad arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — USM Alger and CR Belouizdad have split their 10 meetings almost evenly (3W–5D–2W). Their last encounter ended in a 1–1 draw.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives USM Alger a slight edge, but CR Belouizdad are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.