MC Alger — Al Hilal Omdurman. Prediction, H2H and probable lineups — 6 February 2026
Al Hilal Omdurman
On Friday, February 6, in the 5th round of the CAF Champions League group stage, a crucial Group C clash will take place at the Ali-la-Puente Stadium in Algiers: local side MC Alger will host the group leaders, Sudanese powerhouse Al Hilal Omdurman. Dive into our comprehensive team review and match prediction below.
Match preview
MC Alger enters this round with no margin for error. The "Dean" currently sits third in the group, and only a win will keep their playoff hopes alive. January was an emotional rollercoaster for the Algerians: they clinched the national Super Cup by defeating USM Alger (1-0), but have struggled for consistency in the Champions League, earning just four points from four matches. However, on home turf, backed by a roaring crowd of 40,000 fans, MC Alger traditionally plays aggressively and dictates the tempo.
The hosts' tactics revolve around rapid transitions through the center. Expect the Algerians to launch an all-out assault from the opening whistle, aiming to fully capitalize on their home advantage and finishing prowess.
Al Hilal Omdurman currently looks like one of the most consistent forces in African football. The "Blues" are unbeaten in their last 11 matches and comfortably top Group C. Last week, the Sudanese side pulled off a stunning upset, defeating South African giants Mamelodi Sundowns (2-1), which virtually secured their spot in the next round. Despite ongoing turmoil back home, the players have shown remarkable discipline. In the reverse fixture (back in November), Al Hilal Omdurman already defeated MC Alger 2-1, giving them a significant psychological edge heading into Algiers.
The visitors' style is all about pragmatism and lethal counterattacks. Mohamed Abdelrahman is in sensational form, converting nearly every second chance. The Sudanese are experts at shutting up shop after scoring, which could pose an insurmountable challenge for the hosts.
Probable lineups
MC Alger: Ramdane, Abdellaoui, Ghezala, Halaimia, Mouali, Benkhemassa, Draoui, Naidji, Tabti, Meziani, Delort
Al Hilal: Fofana, Ebuela, Diaw, Diouf, Abaker, Khidir, Coulibaly, Girumugisha, Abdel Rahman, Adetunji, Adil
Match facts and head-to-head
- Across three meetings between these clubs, Al Hilal Omdurman has claimed two wins and there has been one draw
- MC Alger have won six of their last ten matches, losing only once
- Al Hilal Omdurman are unbeaten in 11 games, winning nine of them
Prediction
The attacking potential both teams bring to this fixture suggests we could see plenty of goals. Moreover, their head-to-head history shows these encounters are always eventful. My prediction: total goals (2) over at 1.55
