This Saturday, USM Alger will face Wydad Casablanca in the opening match of the CAF Champions League, aiming to make a strong start in the prestigious competition. The Algerian side comes into the encounter following a 1-0 league defeat away to USB in Biskra, a result that has left the players eager to bounce back and assert themselves on the continental stage.
Defender Belkaroui highlighted the team’s determination ahead of the clash, telling Le Buteur, “We will make sure we don’t miss our start in this prestigious competition. The group is motivated and wants to show a better reaction to begin the rest of the Champions League campaign in better conditions. Our greatest wish is to have a better start regardless of the venue. The most important thing is to prepare well and focus on the match itself. We must aim for victory and nothing else. We will try to take advantage of the pitch and the fans to win this first group stage match.”
USM Alger’s squad hopes to capitalize on any signs of slump among Wydad Casablanca players, using both home advantage and the support of the fans to claim all three points in Blida. A strong opening performance will be crucial for the Algerians as they look to build momentum and establish themselves as serious contenders in Group C.
The match also offers an opportunity for key players like Belkaroui and the experienced core of the team to set the tone for the Champions League campaign. With confidence, preparation, and tactical discipline, USM Alger aims to convert their determination into a decisive result against one of Africa’s top clubs.
