JS Kabylie 0-0 CR Belouizdad | Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1
June 6, 2026 – Stade du 1er Novembre 1954, Tizi Ouzou

In a fiercely contested top-of-the-table clash in the Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1, JS Kabylie and CR Belouizdad played out a goalless stalemate under the floodlights at the Stade du 1er Novembre 1954. Both sides entered the match knowing that a win could be decisive in the title race, but a combination of resolute defending, missed chances, and superb goalkeeping left the scoreboard unchanged.

Match Overview

The first half was dominated by midfield battles, with neither side willing to commit too many men forward. JS Kabylie, playing in front of their passionate home support, looked the more dangerous side early on, with winger Youcef Belaïli testing CRB goalkeeper Alexandre Oukidja with a fierce drive from the edge of the box in the 15th minute. CR Belouizdad responded with quick counter-attacks, but the Kabylie defence, marshalled by captain Ahmed Mesbah, held firm.

The second half saw more ambition from both teams. Kabylie thought they had broken the deadlock in the 68th minute when forward Riyad Benayad headed a corner goalwards, only to see Oukidja produce a brilliant reflex save on the line. At the other end, Belouizdad's Amir Sayoud came closest for the visitors, curling a free-kick just over the crossbar with ten minutes remaining.

Key Tactical Story

The match was a tactical chess match between JS Kabylie's coach Abdelkader Amrani and CR Belouizdad's Nabil Kouki. Kabylie pressed high and tried to exploit the flanks, while Belouizdad compacted the midfield and looked to hit on the break. The lack of a cutting edge in the final third was the defining narrative – both teams created half-chances but failed to convert.

Standout Performers

• Alexandre Oukidja (CRB) – The veteran goalkeeper was unbeatable, making four key saves, including two from close range.
• Ahmed Mesbah (JSK) – The centre-back won every aerial duel and organised the backline impeccably.
• Amir Sayoud (CRB) – The most creative player on the pitch, constantly looking to unlock the JSK defence.

Season Context and Table Impact

The point keeps JS Kabylie in second place in the Ligue 1 standings, now three points behind leaders CR Belouizdad with six games remaining. For CRB, the draw extends their unbeaten run to nine matches but they will feel they missed an opportunity to pull further clear. The title race remains wide open, with third-placed USM Alger also closing the gap after their win on the same day.