What You Need to Know
In a thrilling opening match of the CAF Confederation Cup, USM Alger secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory against San Pedro FC. The match showcased USM Alger’s resilience and tactical prowess, as they capitalized on their home advantage to take an early lead and fend off a spirited comeback from the Ivorians.
Africa. USM Alger secured a hard-fought win over San Pedro FC in their opening group-stage match of the CAF Confederation Cup.
USM Alger claimed a tough 3–2 victory over San Pedro FC. The Algerian side made good use of their home advantage, taking an early lead after the first quarter of an hour.
Houssem Ghacha opened the scoring in the 16th minute, giving USMA a 1–0 lead that lasted until halftime.
The Ivorians responded in the second half after struggling early on, but only after conceding again.
In the 60th minute, Alilet doubled the lead for USM Alger, before Kamagate pulled one back for San Pedro in the 64th minute.
USM struck again in the 81st minute through Radouani, making it 3–1. Despite a late effort, San Pedro reduced the deficit in stoppage time (93rd minute) thanks to Karamoko.
The CAF Confederation Cup is Africa’s secondary club football tournament, established in 2004 to provide a platform for clubs from across the continent to compete at a high level. It has grown in prestige, attracting teams from various nations, and serves as a crucial opportunity for clubs to gain international experience and recognition.
USM Alger, one of Algeria’s most successful football clubs, has a rich history in African competitions. Their participation in the CAF Confederation Cup highlights the competitive nature of African club football and the importance of such tournaments in promoting the sport across the continent.
