le CRB renverse le MCA et arrache le trophée
Summary of Algerian Youth Football Cup Finals 2024-2025
In a thrilling day of matches held at the Stade 8 Mai 1945 in Sétif, various teams showcased their talents during the final rounds of the Algerian Youth Football Cups for the U15, U17, and U19 categories.
U19 Final: CR Belouizdad vs. MC Alger
On Saturday, May 3, 2025, the CR Belouizdad clinched the U19 Algerian Cup by overcoming MC Alger in a nail-biting penalty shootout, winning 5-4 after a 2-2 draw in regular time. The match saw MC Alger, the defending champions, take a strong lead in the first half, finishing 2-0. However, CR Belouizdad exhibited tremendous resilience, equalizing in the second half before sealing their victory through the penalties. This win marked a significant moment in their history, as CRB dethroned MC Alger, who had claimed the title the previous season against MC Oran.
U15 Final: USM Alger vs. WA Mostaganem
Earlier in the day, the USM Alger triumphed in the U15 final against WA Mostaganem with a score of 2-0. The match saw USM Alger take the lead with a goal before halftime, maintaining their advantage throughout the second half. This victory allowed USM Alger to succeed the JS Kabylie in the U15 competition, who had dominated the previous year, defeating A Boussaâda decisively with a score of 5-0.
U17 Final: Olympique Akbou vs. ES Sétif
The U17 final witnessed Olympique Akbou battling ES Sétif in another dramatic encounter that culminated in a penalty shootout. The match concluded with a 1-1 tie, leading to Akbou’s triumph at 7-6 in the penalties, marking their first title in this category. They succeeded Paradou AC, the previous champions, who had won last year against CS Constantine.
Match Results Overview
- U15: WA Mostaganem 0 – 2 USM Alger
- U17: Olympique Akbou 1 – 1 ES Sétif (Olympique Akbou won 7-6 on penalties)
- U19: MC Alger 2 – 2 CR Belouizdad (CR Belouizdad won 5-4 on penalties)
Overall, the finals highlighted the rising talents in Algerian football and set the stage for future competitions. Each winner’s achievement adds to the rich history of the Algerian Youth Football Cup, fostering the sport at the grassroots level and exciting fans across the nation.
