USM Alger were held to a disappointing 1-1 draw at home by Olympique Akbou in the Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 on May 27, 2025. The result at the Stade du 5 Juillet 1962 represents two points dropped for the Algiers giants against a team fighting relegation. USM Alger took the lead in the first half and seemed in control, but they failed to capitalize on their dominance and add a second goal. Olympique Akbou grew into the game and their perseverance was rewarded with a well-worked equalizer in the second half, stunning the home crowd. USM Alger pushed for a winner in the final minutes but could not break down a resolute Akbou defense, leaving the match all square. The draw is a valuable point for Akbou in their survival battle but damages USM Alger's hopes of challenging for the title or continental spots. The Akbou coach celebrated his team's character, while the USM Alger manager expressed frustration at his side's profligacy.