CR Belouizdad vs JS Saoura Prediction: Hosts won’t drop points this time

CR Belouizdad and JS Saoura are set to compete in the 15th round of Algeria Ligue 1 at Stade du 5 Juillet. Which team will emerge victorious in this matchup?

CR Belouizdad

In their recent matchups, CR Belouizdad secured victories in two games against CS Constantine and ES Sétif. However, their last three league fixtures concluded in draws, facing MC Alger, ASO Chlef, and US Biskra. Throughout these matches, CR Belouizdad scored five goals while conceding two. Their average goal production per match in the current league season stands at 1.25. In terms of discipline, the home team received 26 yellow cards but did not incur any red cards. Notably, CR Belouizdad displays proficiency in ball possession, averaging 53.91% in this season.

JS Saoura

JS Saoura approaches this match with two victories in their last five games, triumphing over NC Magra and JS Kabylie. However, they faced defeats against Khenchela and USM Alger, while one fixture ended in a draw against Paradou. Across these matches, the away team scored goals and conceded six. In their away games, JS Saoura averaged 0.93 goals scored per match and conceded 1.14. The team received 26 yellow cards and one red card due to disciplinary reasons. Ball possession is not particularly strong for JS Saoura, averaging 48.15% overall in this season.

Expert Betting Tips

The home team appears to be the stronger side in this encounter. Despite drawing their last three matches, they have a favorable record against the opposing team, having won in each of their last four meetings. Additionally, CR Belouizdad has demonstrated a solid defensive performance in recent matches, with the last five encounters against JS Saoura resulting in one or, at most, two goals. Considering these factors, placing a bet on a limited number of goals seems like a reasonable priority.