Algerian Cup: USM Alger Advances to Round of 16
USM Alger has successfully secured its place in the Round of 16 of the Algerian National Cup following a 2-0 victory over USM El Harrach on Friday. The goals came from Chafai in the 40th minute and Andrea in the 74th minute, ensuring a smooth qualification for the capital club.
However, it’s the end of the road for USM Bel Abbes, JSM Béjaia, and others who were eliminated in tightly contested matches, including those decided after extra time or on penalties.
Round of 32 Results:
USM Alger 2 – 0 USM El Harrach
CS Constantine 1 – 0 USM Bel Abbes (after extra time)
ASM Oran 2 – 1 USM Sétif
JSM Béjaia 1 – 1 ASO Chlef (ASO Chlef wins 7–6 on penalties)
DRB Tadjenant 1 – 1 CR Belouizdad (DRB Tadjenant wins 6–5 on penalties)
ESM Kolea 1 – 0 US Boukhadra (after extra time)
MC Saida 0 – 1 CRB Ain Fekroun
ES Guelma 0 – 1 US Chaouia
USM Alger now looks forward to the next round as one of the tournament favorites.
