Algerian Cup Final: RC Arbaâ and MO Béjaïa Set for Historic Clash in Blida
In just a few hours, the iconic Mustapha Tchaker Stadium in Blida will host a landmark occasion in Algerian football as RC Arbaâ and MO Béjaïa face off in the final of the Algerian Cup. Both clubs are aiming to write their names into the history books by winning the prestigious competition for the first time.
With defending champions MC Alger watching from the sidelines, the stage is set for a new name to be engraved on the trophy. And while the excitement is palpable, making a clear prediction remains near impossible — RC Arbaâ and MO Béjaïa have enjoyed near-identical trajectories this season, both performing consistently and proving capable of rising to big occasions.
“This final will come down to small details,” noted MO Béjaïa coach Abdelkader Amrani, speaking to El Watan. “Cup matches are completely different from league games. I believe the mentally strongest players will make the difference. We’ve worked hard to prepare the team in that regard, and there’s a real determination among the squad to make history.”
Indeed, the mental aspect may be decisive. Finals are rarely straightforward, and with the pressure of a first-ever trophy on the line, composure, experience, and resolve will likely outweigh tactics. Both sides have already demonstrated grit and unity throughout the tournament to reach this point, with the final now the ultimate test.
For fans of MO Béjaïa and the broader Kabyle region, the moment evokes strong memories of 2008, when JSM Béjaïa famously lifted the cup against WA Tlemcen at this very same stadium. The hope is that history will repeat itself today — not just for a region with a deep love for the game, but for a club long deserving of recognition.
RC Arbaâ, on the other hand, are chasing a historic moment of their own. After years of growth and quiet progress, the final represents a golden opportunity to take a massive step forward and secure their place among Algeria’s footballing elite.
As kickoff nears, one thing is clear: both clubs have earned their place in this final. Now, in front of a passionate crowd in Blida, only one will rise to claim glory. Whether it’s the men from Béjaïa or the fighters from Arbaâ, Algerian football is guaranteed to welcome a new champion tonight.
