NC Magra vs USM Alger Prediction: A tough game for the hosts against a well-organized opponent

On Saturday, NC Magra will square off with USM Alger at the Stade Municipal de Magra Stadium. The visitors head here without a defeat against NC Magra over their four meetings, and they’ll be keen to maintain the momentum here. 

NC Magra

The hosts began their journey with a (1-0) loss against Olympique Akbou on the road. They were totally outplayed by the newly promoted team who could have scored twice but missed a spot kick. 

NC Magra escaped relegation last season, picking up thirty-eight points from a possible ninety. NC Magra drew the second most games in the league and finished in 11th place. 

The visitors have not really lived up to expectations since gaining promotion, and we think they’ll struggle with this campaign. 

NC Magra have been a decent team on their ground, and they’ll be poised to continue their run this season.

USM Alger

The Usmists picked up the fourth spot last campaign following their poor run at some point in the division. USM Alger defeated NC Magra to pick up their CAF Confederation Cup ticket. 

USM Alger lost the semifinals of the Algerian Cup and Confederation Cup. 

USM Alger have played two competitive games this season where they won once and lost a game. They had a decent run on the road last season and we expect them to pick up from where they stopped. 

Expert Betting Tips

Their last ten meetings have seen USM Alger with five victories, while NC Magra have recorded three wins and two games ending in a share of the spoils. USM Alger's new coach, Nabil Maaloul, will be keen to announce his presence in the league, and they can’t ask for a better side than a team they’ve not lost against in four meetings.

We anticipate a strong start from the guests, and we think they’ll score before the break for 2.15.

This game will end in a BTTS for 1.95.

USM Alger have a better team and a tactical coach, and we think they will amass all the points for 2.20.

Good luck!