MC Oran emerged victorious in the opening match of the eighth round of Ligue 1 Mobilis, defeating ES Sétif 1-0 at the Miloud-Hadefi Stadium. The win catapulted the Oran side to the top of the provisional league standings, an unexpected position that will see them finish the night as leaders.
The match was tightly contested, with both teams showing resilience, but it was MC Oran who secured the crucial three points thanks to a second-half goal from Juba Aguieb.
His strike in the 61st minute proved to be the difference, ensuring a hard-fought victory for Eric Chelle’s side.
Despite their dominance in the final third, ES Sétif struggled to break down their opponents and were unable to convert any of their chances, leaving them with yet another disappointing defeat on the road.
This loss marks Sétif’s third away defeat this season, with the team struggling in their travels, having earned only one point from four away matches so far.
Their offensive struggles have also been evident throughout the season, with just six goals in eight games, highlighting the challenges they face in mounting a sustained challenge in the league.
For MC Oran, the win is a significant achievement, putting them at the summit of Ligue 1 Mobilis for the first time in many years.
The club’s fans, who may not have dared to dream of such a position at the start of the season, will be buoyed by the team’s strong performance.
However, with the competition still fierce, the club will need to remain focused to hold onto their place at the top.
As the eighth round continues, MC Oran will wait to see if they can maintain their lead, with CS Constantine set to play Olympique d’Akbou tomorrow.
If Constantine wins, they could leapfrog MC Oran and claim the top spot themselves in what has already proven to be a highly competitive league season.
