Mouloudia Alger are eyeing a crucial victory in their top-of-the-table clash against fierce rivals Shabab Belouzidad, a match that could heavily shape the outcome of this season’s Algerian Professional League.
Sitting two points clear at the summit and with a game in hand, Mouloudia head into Monday’s crunch encounter knowing a win would put them firmly on course to defend their crown.
Their opponents, Belouzidad, are equally fired up. After surrendering the title last season following four consecutive championships, they are eager to reclaim their dominance.
They will, however, be without key players Shoaib Kaddad, captain Abdel Raouf Ben Ghaith and striker Ayman Mahioues. Despite that, they’ll look to replicate their impressive 3-1 win from the reverse fixture.
With fans barred from the stadium due to disciplinary sanctions, the atmosphere might be muted in the stands, but the stakes will be sky-high on the pitch.
Elsewhere, third-placed Chebiba Kabylia will look to take advantage of any slip-up when they face Mouloudia El Beid.
The round also features key survival clashes, with Khenchela Union, Olympique de Chlef, and Biskra Union all in action.
