The fourth matchday of the Algerian Ligue 1 football championship concluded with JS Kabylie, MC Oran, and RC Relizane securing their first wins of the season. In a notable upset, JS Kabylie defeated ASO Chlef 2-0 away, with Bensayah scoring in the 53rd minute and Hamroun converting a penalty in the 68th minute. This victory marked a significant turnaround for the team, lifting them to fifth place in the standings.
ES Sétif continued their impressive form, registering a 2-0 win over NC Magra at home. This marked their third win of the season and allowed them to take the top spot in the standings, albeit provisionally. ES Sétif have consistently scored 2-0 in their victories, boosting their morale ahead of their African competition debut next week. The team’s performance has been a highlight of the season so far.
RC Relizane, a promoted team, secured a crucial 1-0 win over CABBA at Bordj. Chadli’s 49th-minute goal proved decisive, earning his team a well-deserved third place in the standings. RC Relizane remain undefeated, having previously held leaders ES Sétif to a 1-1 draw in the second matchday. Their away form has been particularly impressive.
The derby between MC Oran and WA Tlemcen lived up to expectations, with MC Oran emerging victorious 2-1. WA Tlemcen’s Amiri opened the scoring in the fourth minute, but Ezzemani equalized for MC Oran in the 17th minute. Hamidi scored the winner in the 84th minute, securing MC Oran’s first win of the season. This victory lifted them onto the podium, alongside RC Relizane.
The results have significant implications for the Ligue 1 standings, with ES Sétif leading the way. JS Kabylie’s win has boosted their confidence ahead of their African competition debut, while RC Relizane’s impressive form has earned them a top-three spot. MC Oran’s victory has also raised their prospects in the competition.
The fourth matchday also saw the postponement of the match between MC Alger and CS Constantine due to MC Alger’s engagement in the African Champions League. This match will be played at a later date, potentially impacting the standings further. The competition remains intense, with several teams vying for top spots.
The upcoming matches will be crucial in determining the season’s trajectory. ES Sétif’s African competition debut will be closely watched, while JS Kabylie and RC Relizane aim to maintain their momentum. The battle for the top spots in Ligue 1 promises to be fierce, with several teams still in contention.
Key points
- ES Sétif took the top spot in the standings with their 2-0 win over NC Magra.
- JS Kabylie secured their first win of the season with a 2-0 victory over ASO Chlef.
- RC Relizane earned their first win, defeating CABBA 1-0 at Bordj.
