USM Alger vs CRB Belouizdad Prediction: The fierce derby will end in favor of the hosts

Two of the most successful teams in the history of this tournament will face off against each other at the 5 Juillet Stadium on Friday. USM Alger have a stern test ahead of their clash tomorrow against CRB Belouizdad in the bid to secure their third win of the season. This fixture will be played under high tension for the guest team as they strive for their first win of the season. 

Last three games: DWW

The Usmists have had a decent run in the league so far and have won two consecutive games. USM Alger march here with a slim (1-0) victory over MC El Bayadh. They were presented with a golden opportunity to take the lead; however, Musa Alli failed to convert their penalty. Some minutes later, Ghacha found the back of the net, which was enough for them to secure all the points. 

Nabil Maaloul's men are undefeated over their previous four matches in all competitions. USM Alger have been pretty solid; lately, they’ll have all the time to prepare against a strong CR Belouizdad side. 

Last four games: DDDL

The guests head here with another dissatisfied display as they lost (2-3) MC El Bayadh on their home turf. The former Algerian league champion, CR Belouizdad, will be hopeful for their first three points tomorrow, having gone four games without a breakthrough. Nothing has been going on for the hosts, who have recorded a (0-0) stalemate in three games in the division and a defeat on their home turf. CR Belouizdad presently sit in the relegation zone, picking up three points from a combined twelve. 

CR Belouizdad are yet to win any of their last three games in all competitions. 

USM Alger have won eleven while CRB Belouizdad have recorded eight victories and a game ending in a tie. There has been just one draw in nineteen of their last twenty meetings. USM Alger have dominated these meetings in recent years, having gone four games without a defeat. 

CR Belouizdad have been a shadow of themselves this season, they are nowhere near their level. They have not registered a win since the start of the campaign. On the opposing end, USM Alger are cut out for games of this caliber, and considering their recent form, we expect them to be at their best against a disorganized CR Belouizdad. 

I’m not convinced with the way CR Belouizdad have been playing lately, and since this game will be played on the road; expect USM Alger to win or draw and get a BTTS for 2.43.

USM Alger will rely heavily on their excellent record against CRB Belouizdad to secure the maximum points here.

This game shouldn’t deprive us of goals as we expect numerous goalscoring opportunities here; bet on a BTTS for 1.93.

Good luck!