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CR Belouizdad Advances to Quarterfinals of the Algerian Cup 2025
In an exciting conclusion to the eighth finals of the Algerian Football Cup 2025, CR Belouizdad secured its spot in the quarterfinals by defeating US Chaouia, an amateur Ligue 2 team, with a score of 4-2. The match took place on Wednesday night at the Olympic Stadium of July 5 in Algiers.
The match began with an unexpected twist when US Chaouia took the lead in the sixth minute through a goal by Hamza Mellouk. This early goal put pressure on the defending champions, CR Belouizdad. However, the team rallied back to equalize before halftime, with Mahouis finding the net to maintain CRB’s hopes.
The second half saw Mahouis exhibit his scoring prowess, as he netted two more goals—one from the penalty spot at the 52nd minute and another at the 65th minute—completing a hat-trick that solidified CR Belouizdad’s control over the match. Despite US Chaouia’s attempt to close the gap with a late goal from Abdelouahab in the 83rd minute, Boussouar added a fourth goal for Belouizdad just three minutes later, sealing the victory at 4-2.
In the upcoming quarterfinals, CR Belouizdad will face MO Bejaia, the surprise team of the tournament, which reached this stage after defeating JS Haï Djabel 2-0. This matchup promises to be intriguing as both teams look to take another step towards the cup title.
Continuing with the tournament’s results, other teams also booked their place in the quarterfinals. On Tuesday, MC El-Bayadh secured advancement after a nail-biting penalty shootout, succeeding against Olympique Akbou following a goalless draw (0-0, 6-5 on penalties). Meanwhile, USM Alger managed to beat RC Kouba 1-0.
As for the next round, MC El-Bayadh will take on ES Sétif, while USM Alger will square off against CR Témouchent, an amateur Ligue 2 side. The quarterfinal matches are scheduled to be played on March 27 and 28, 2025.
Complete Results from the Eighth Finals of the Algerian Cup 2025:
- MC El-Bayadh vs. Olympique Akbou: 0-0 (MC El-Bayadh won 6-5 on penalties)
- RC Kouba vs. USM Alger: 0-1
- CR Belouizdad vs. US Chaouia: 4-2
Earlier rounds also saw ES Mostaganem triumph over US Biskra with a score of 2-1 after extra time, while ES Sétif edged out Amel El-Eulma 1-0. In other matches, CR Témouchent beat CR Béni Tamou 1-0, and USM El-Harrach managed a narrow victory against MC Oran, winning 1-0.
The results set the stage for an exciting quarterfinal round in the Algerian Football Cup, with each team eager to claim the prestigious trophy on their journey through the tournament.
