le Chabab à l’assaut d’une 10e couronne
CR Belouizdad Prepares for the Algerian Cup Final
On Saturday, the CR Belouizdad will compete in the final of the 58th edition of the Algerian Football Cup against USM Alger at the Nelson-Mandela Stadium in Baraki at 17:00. Their main goal is to retain their title and extend their lead in the competition’s history by aiming for their 10th trophy.
With nine titles already in their collection, CRB clinched the top spot among teams by winning last year’s final against MC Alger 1-0. A victory in this match would solidify the "Rouge et Blanc" in the annals of Algerian football, marking their 10th national cup.
This match carries significant historical weight and potential for revenge since the two Algerian clubs have clashed in five previous finals, the most recent being in 2003, when USM Alger emerged victorious after a dramatic golden goal by Ouichaoui, ending in a 2-1 scoreline.
After enduring two consecutive seasons without the Algerian championship title, the CRB settled for a third-place finish in the standings—a position they hadn’t occupied in six seasons. They have consistently ranked within the top two since the 2019-2020 season. For head coach Sead Ramovic and his squad, this final presents a chance to partially salvage their season and provide their supporters with a further reason for pride.
Both CRB and USMA are among the elite clubs with the most Algerian Cup victories, with the "Rouge et Noir" having earned eight trophies and CRB holding nine.
Pursuit of Glory
The team, led by captain Keddad, has demonstrated unwavering commitment in preparation for this final, aiming to conclude the season triumphantly. Their training sessions reflect a strong work ethic and focus, underscoring the seriousness with which they approach this upcoming match.
Historically, CRB has faced USMA in cup finals multiple times, with CRB holding a slight psychological edge: they have won three of those confrontations in 1969, 1970, and 1978, while suffering defeats in 1988 and 2003. Saturday’s clash offers CRB the opportunity to assert their dominance over their local rivals or for USMA to level the score, with both clubs holding three wins in historical meetings.
Boasting an impressive trophy cabinet that includes ten league titles, nine Algerian cups, two Super Cups, and a League Cup, CRB will enter the Baraki stadium with a clear mandate: to win and further etch their name in the history of this celebrated competition.
As this highly anticipated final approaches, both clubs and their supporters await what promises to be an exhilarating match filled with passion, rivalry, and the chance to make history.
