Algerian Cup Final: RC Arba Captain Hamza Zeddam Confident Ahead of Historic Clash with MO Béjaïa
The stage is set for a thrilling Algerian Cup final this Saturday at the Mustapha Tchaker Stadium in Blida, where RC Arbaâ (RCA) will face off against MO Béjaïa (MOB). It’s a historic final—the first ever for both clubs—and RCA captain Hamza Zeddam believes his side has what it takes to lift the trophy.
Zeddam, a central defender and a key figure in RCA’s run to the final, spoke confidently to APS about the match:
“It will be an unprecedented and indecisive final that will be decided by small details, against an excellent MOB team. Whoever manages the match well, mentally and tactically, will have the last word.”
RC Arba’s Road to the Final:
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Round of 32: Beat MSP Batna (1-0)
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Round of 16: Defeated ATM Hassi Messaoud (3-1)
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Round of 8: Beat CRB Ain Fakroun (1-0 after extra time)
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Quarterfinals: Drew 1-1 with NAHD, won 4-1 on penalties
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Semifinals: Drew 0-0 with ASO Chlef, won 3-0 on penalties
A Balanced Match on Paper
With MOB currently 2nd in the league (39 pts) and RCA 8th (35 pts) with four matches left, the final is expected to be tightly contested. Zeddam believes neither side has a psychological edge:
“Neither team will have more experience than the other, so in this respect, both teams will start on an equal footing.”
The Key to Victory? Focus and Unity
Zeddam emphasized that the outcome will hinge on small details, especially the ability to win key battles on the pitch:
“A final is not played but won. My teammates will be called upon to be present on the pitch, especially in the duels, to be very focused and united.”
With both clubs eyeing their first major trophy, Saturday’s final promises tension, drama, and passion—just the way a cup final should be.
