CR Belouizdad claimed a strong 2-0 win over Singida Black Stars in their CAF Confederation Cup Group C opener at the Nelson Mandela Stadium in Baraki.
Abdennour Belhocini struck first in the 5th minute.
He met a cross from Houcine Benayada and drilled a low shot into the net.
Belouizdad doubled their advantage in the 14th minute.
Abdelraouf Benguit finished a clean move after Endri Çekici found him inside the box.
Belouizdad controlled the match after their early surge.
They slowed the tempo and protected their lead with composure.
Belhocini tried to stretch the advantage with a free kick in the 55th minute. His strike missed the target.
Singida Black Stars pushed forward late in the game. Cirille fired over the crossbar in the 77th minute.
Idriss Diomande tested Farid Chaâl two minutes later, but the goalkeeper blocked the attempt.
Belouizdad held firm and kept their two-goal cushion until the final whistle.
Their win secured three early points in Group C.
The result gives the Algerian side momentum heading into upcoming matches.
Group C also features AS Otôho and Stellenbosch FC.
Belouizdad start their continental campaign with confidence.
They now shift focus to maintaining consistency as the group stage unfolds.
