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Africa-Press – Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>Al Hilal Omdurman, the Sudanese powerhouse currently competing in the Rwanda Premier League, is currently in Algeria to face Mouloudia d\u2019Alger (MC Alger) in a crucial Group C clash that could define qualification for the next round of Africa\u2019s premier club competition.<\/p>\n

The match is set for 8:00 PM on Friday, February 6 night at Ali-La-Pointe Stadium.<\/p>\n

Al Hilal travelled as group leaders, buoyed by a strong run of form. The Sudanese side won the first leg 2-1 in Kigali, a tense game marked by intensity and late-match drama. Their confidence grew further after a convincing win over Mamelodi Sundowns, cementing their top spot in the group.<\/p>\n

At the pre-match press conference, head coach Laurentiu Reghecampf expressed calm confidence, saying he needs to focus on his team, not on the opponents. He added that his team is ready for the game.<\/p>\n

Al Hilal\u2019s Sudanese international Mohamed Al Ghorbal, who played for Ca Bordj Bou Arreridj in 2020, returns to face Algerian opposition and emphasized that the challenge won\u2019t be easy but they will give it everything.<\/p>\n

MC Alger, fresh from a 2-0 victory over FC Lupopo, will rely on their passionate supporters to give them an edge in their game Vs Al Hilal.<\/p>\n

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