MC Alger has officially secured the 2025-2026 Algerian Ligue 1 title, their third consecutive crown and tenth overall, following a draw against Moustakbel R’ouisat in round 28. The result took the club’s points tally to 62, giving them an unassailable lead with just two games remaining.
With the championship decided, attention now turns to the fierce battle for CAF competition places, particularly the second and third spots that offer Champions League and Confederation Cup berths. Several teams are making late-season pushes, as outlined below:
1. JS Saoura (Current Runner-Up, 50 points): JS Saoura cemented their second-place standing with a dominant 4-0 win over ES Mostaganem. Boosted by smart winter signings, they are strong contenders for next season’s CAF Champions League.
2. MC Oran (Third Place, 48 points): MC Oran have been in fine form, climbing to third and emerging as a serious threat for a CAF spot with consistent performances.
3. Olympic Akbou (44 points): Olympic Akbou remain in the mix for a top finish, keeping their hopes alive thanks to positive results across various fixtures.
4. CR Belouizdad and ES Sétif (The Fight for a Return): CR Belouizdad have bounced back strongly, sitting fourth on 44 points with games in hand, and are pushing for the runner-up position. In contrast, ES Sétif have suffered a late-season collapse, including a heavy 5-0 defeat to JS Kabylie, severely denting their chances of a top finish.
Algerian Ligue 1 Standings (After Round 28, 2025-2026 Season):
- 1- MC Alger: 62 points (Champions)
- 2- JS Saoura: 50 points
- 3- MC Oran: 48 points
- 4- CR Belouizdad: 44 points (games in hand)
- 5- Olympic Akbou: 44 points
The final two rounds promise excitement as teams fight to determine who will join MC Alger in the CAF Champions League and who will secure a spot in the Confederation Cup.
