MC Alger advanced to the next stage of the Algerian Cup with a commanding 3-0 victory over ES Ben Aknoun, leaders of Ligue 2, on Saturday evening.
The win sees the team secure their place in the competition’s round of 16, where they are set to face defending champions CR Belouizdad.
The match saw MC Alger dominate from the outset, with goals from Bayazid (3rd and 43rd minutes) and Ivorian forward Kipre (19th minute) ensuring a comfortable victory.
The result confirmed their place as the first team to qualify for the knockout rounds of the prestigious tournament.
Coach Khaled Benyahia’s side displayed solid offensive and defensive performance, making the result a statement of their intentions in the competition.
The win also ensures that MC Alger, one of the country’s most well-known clubs, remains a strong contender for the title.
Looking ahead, MC Alger will meet CR Belouizdad, the holders of the Algerian Cup, in the next round.
Belouizdad will play their 32nd final match against CR Zaouia, a team from the third division, on January 6.
Should Belouizdad progress, they will face MC Alger in a highly anticipated clash in the round of 16.
The last-16 matches of the Algerian Cup are set to begin on January 10, with MC Alger poised for what promises to be an exciting encounter against the current champions.
