USM Alger vs NC Magra Prediction: We anticipate a cagey game with the hosts securing all the points

USM Alger will strive to return to winning ways when they face off against NC Magra side at the 5 Julliet 1962 Stadium on Tuesday. The hosts, who have not been themselves lately, must do everything right to amass all the points against a dangerous opponent tomorrow. 

USM Alger (3rd)

Last five games: LDDWD

The Usmists picked up a point on the road as they were unable to convert their chances. The share of the spoils was their third in their last four league matches. USM Alger wasted all their outstanding games and are now five points behind the league leader. Before then, they scored three unanswered goals against USM Khenchela on their home ground. 

For the third consecutive away game, USM Alger struggled to win as they settled for a stalemate against US Biskra. 

The hosts will play with a new coach after Nabil Maaloul resigned due to the disharmony between him and the fans. Unfortunately, USM Alger have managed six wins in sixteen matches, as they are five points below the league leaders. 

USM Alger have won five, lost a game, and drawn twice at home this season. 

NC Magra (14th)

Last five games: LDDLD

The home side have managed three victories since the league began, sharing the spoils at home against Olympique Akbou in front of their home supporters. NC Magra were on the verge of securing the maximum points until their guests levelled with the last kick of the game. They are now winless in five matches, losing twice and sharing the spoils in three games. 

NC Magra have picked up sixteen points from a combined forty-eight, scoring twelve and conceding eighteen times. 

NC Magra have drawn three and lost five on the road this season. 

Interesting Facts

Over their previous ten meetings, USM Alger have won four while NC Magra have recorded three wins and three games ending in a tie. 

USM Alger are unbeaten in six consecutive games against NC Magra. 

Expert betting tips

NC Magra have not been consistent this season, but they can be dangerous when playing on the road. They’ll play this game after their elimination from the Algerian Cup game against USM Alger. They’ll face off against USM Alger under new Brazilian coach Paqueta, and a new coach always brings a fresh idea that could effect positive changes. 

USM Alger have been extremely terrible on the road, and to achieve a top-three finish, they must pick every single point on their ground. Even though the guests pose a threat here I expect a positive display from them here; bet on a home win and under 3.5 goals for 1.65 at (Bet365).

I also think the hosts will start strong, and this game might likely end in a halftime win for 1.96 at (Betway).

USM Alger will play with great enthusiasm as they can’t afford to go three games without a breakthrough; bet on a home to score in both halves for 2.60 at (1xbet).

Good luck!