USM Alger faced a setback as they succumbed to a 2-1 defeat against hosts Al-Hilal Libyan in the fifth round of group stage matches.
The Libyan side demonstrated their prowess with goals from Miftah and Al-Mutasim Billah Al-Tayeb, securing a well-deserved victory.
Despite the setback, USM Alger managed to find the net courtesy of midfielder Osama Chita in the 63rd minute of the match.
While the loss marks a dent in USM Alger’s campaign, the Algerian capital club continues to assert dominance at the top of the group standings in the CAF competition.
Despite today’s defeat, they have officially secured their spot in the next round, ensuring progression in the tournament.
