USM Algiers vs Constantine prediction, H2H and probable lineups - April 9, 2025
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CS Constantine
The second leg of the CAF Confederation Cup quarterfinal will be played on Wednesday at the Omar Hamadi Stadium, where the local team USM Algiers will face Constantine. In the first match between these teams, Constantine scored first but allowed the Algerians to equalize – 1-1. I suggest a bet on the outcome of this clash with good odds for success.
Match preview
USM Algiers continues to maintain a high pace this season, confidently sitting in fourth place in the Algerian First Division table, trailing eight points behind the leader MC Algiers. It should be noted that the team has shown class in the Algerian Cup as well, defeating RC Kouba (1-0) and CR Temouchent (5-0) in two matches.
The Algerian giant is in good form, remaining unbeaten in five consecutive matches across all competitions. On the international stage, the "Red and Blacks" also delivered: in the CAF Confederation Cup group stage, the team finished first without a single misstep over six matches.
A disappointing season is unfolding for Constantine in the Algerian First Division — the team is noticeably struggling and is currently holding only the tenth position in the standings, significantly lagging behind the leaders. From Kabylie, who round out the top three, the "Green and Blacks" are already ten points behind — a gap that speaks for itself.
The last league round only confirmed the team's current problems: in the away match against Paradou, Constantine came up short, losing 0-2. As for the international stage, Constantine looked a bit more confident here. In the CAF Confederation Cup group stage, the club managed to clinch second place, trailing Simba by just one point.
Probable lineups
- USM Algiers: Benbout, Chetti, Alilet, Zatu, Raduani, Embarek, Benzaza, Likonza, Gacha, Belkacemi, Alli
- Constantine: Bauchalfaia, Meddahi, Belaouel, Boudrama, Baouche, Benchaa, Merbah, Rebiaï, Dib, Benchayra, Omoyele
Match facts and head-to-head
- The first match ended in a 1-1 draw
- The "Under 2.5 goals" bet has won in the last three matches between these teams
- The "Both teams to score" bet has won in three out of five matches
Prediction
Bookmakers favor USM Algiers, offering odds of 1.82 for a home win. We believe the favorite will secure victory in this game, as the team indeed looks better in the championship.
