MC Alger climbed to the top of Algeria’s Ligue 1 with a 1-0 win at USM Khenchela on Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, extending an unbeaten start under South African coach Rulani Mokwena. The result leaves Mouloudia with three games in hand on the nearest challengers after a strong run that has revived title hopes.
At Stade Abdelkrim Kerroum, striker Zakaria Naidji scored in the 55th minute from a pass by Yacine Benzia, and captain Djameleddine Benlamri anchored a defense that shut down late pressure. MC Alger has 16 points from six matches, level with JS Saoura on 16 from nine, while MC Oran sits on 14 from nine, and Oued Akbou has 14 from nine. MB Rouisset follows with 13 from eight. The record stands at five wins and one draw. Mokwena, formerly of Mamelodi Sundowns and Wydad Casablanca, has leaned on a high press and youth development as the club pushes to turn games in hand into a clear lead.
At Stade Abdelkrim Kerroum, striker Zakaria Naidji scored in the 55th minute from a pass by Yacine Benzia, and captain Djameleddine Benlamri anchored a defense that shut down late pressure. MC Alger has 16 points from six matches, level with JS Saoura on 16 from nine, while MC Oran sits on 14 from nine, and Oued Akbou has 14 from nine. MB Rouisset follows with 13 from eight. The record stands at five wins and one draw. Mokwena, formerly of Mamelodi Sundowns and Wydad Casablanca, has leaned on a high press and youth development as the club pushes to turn games in hand into a clear lead.
