The Algerian football scene is abuzz with developments surrounding JS Kabylie, as club president Cherif Mellal is set to appear before the Football Federation of Algeria's (FAF) appeal committee. Mellal's appearance comes after the disciplinary committee imposed sanctions on him and the team. The committee has reserved its response to Mellal's appeal, and he will now have the opportunity to defend his case and that of his team.
According to sources close to the matter, Mellal's hearing may result in the lifting of the three-point deduction imposed on JS Kabylie. Additionally, his two-year suspension could be either lifted or reduced. The hearing is scheduled to take place at 10:00 AM, and Mellal will have to present his arguments to the committee. The outcome of the hearing will likely have significant implications for the team's upcoming season.
In other developments, JS Kabylie is reportedly on the verge of appointing Mustapha Maza as their new manager general or director of sports. Maza, a former MCA midfielder, is expected to sign a contract with the club soon. He will succeed Dr. Mourad Aït Tahar, whose contract was not renewed. Maza has already begun his work with the team, attending two friendly matches over the weekend.
The team's schedule for the upcoming season has also been updated, with their match against NA Hussein Dey rescheduled to August 15th. The game, which is part of the first round of the championship, was initially set for August 16th. This change allows JS Kabylie to prepare for their league match against US Biskra on August 19th.
The rescheduling of matches will enable JS Kabylie to adequately prepare for their CAF Champions League return match against Al-Merrikh on August 24th. The venue for the return match has not yet been confirmed. The team's home match against US Biskra will take place at the 1st November Stadium in Tizi-Ouzou.
These developments have generated significant interest among fans and followers of Algerian football. The changes in the team's management and schedule may have a profound impact on their performance in the upcoming season. As the team prepares for crucial matches, fans will be eagerly awaiting the outcome of Mellal's appeal and the team's overall performance.
The Algerian football community will be closely monitoring the situation at JS Kabylie, as the team's fortunes look set to change in the coming weeks. With a new manager general on board and a revised schedule, the team will look to make a strong impression in the championship and on the continental stage.
Key points
- JS Kabylie president Cherif Mellal to appear before FAF appeal committee
- Mustapha Maza set to join JS Kabylie as manager general or director of sports
- Team's schedule rescheduled ahead of CAF Champions League return match
