CR Belouizdad Coach Saad Ramovic Focused Ahead of CAF Confederation Cup Clash with Al-Masry

CR Belouizdad head coach Saad Ramovic says his team is fully concentrated on their upcoming TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup quarter-final first-leg clash against Egypt’s Al-Masry Club this weekend.

The Algerian side will face the Port Said outfit in what promises to be a tactically demanding encounter, and Ramovic acknowledges the quality of their opponents while emphasising the importance of discipline and intensity.

In an exclusive interview with CAFOnline.com, the Belouizdad coach outlined his approach, stressing that organisation and controlling key moments will be crucial in a tie played over two legs.

“We focus in our preparations on the match, as always. In the quarter-finals of a continental competition, the level is very high, so the organisation and the team structure become decisive factors. We approach this stage with humility and respect for the competition, but also with confidence in our way of playing — proactive football with high intensity and the ambition to control matches,” he said.

Ramovic described the expected challenge posed by Al-Masry, highlighting their tactical discipline and offensive threat. “We expect a difficult and tactically rich match. Al-Masry is a well-organised team with a lot of quality in its squad. They are also strong offensively, which is reflected in the goal difference they have achieved in the league. Egyptian clubs traditionally show strong positional discipline. They defend cohesively between the lines and manage the rhythm of matches intelligently. They are also dangerous in transition moments, so it requires patience and precision in our attacking approach. At this level, matches are often decided in crucial moments.”

Ramovic’s comments underline CR Belouizdad’s commitment to maintaining their playing identity and approaching the quarter-final with focus, respect, and determination as they aim to advance further in the CAF Confederation Cup.