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USM Alger secures victory over Jaraaf in CAF Confederation Cup clash
USM Alger emerged victorious in a match played at the Stade Me Abdoulaye Wade in Diamniadio, Senegal, on December 8th, 2024, as part of the Group Stage (Matchday 2) of the CAF Confederation Cup. Despite fewer shots on target, the Algerian team dominated possession (66%) and demonstrated greater attacking efficiency.
The match was characterized by tension, with a total of 31 fouls committed between both teams. Jaraaf received two yellow cards in the first half (Bocande and Ba) and one more in the 90th minute (player unspecified), while USM Alger received one caution in the 47th minute (Ghacha) and another at the end of the match.
While Jaraaf attempted to approach the opponent’s goal with 12 shots (only 2 on target), USM Alger’s possession superiority and precision were decisive for the victory. The home team, with 34% possession and 6 corners, fought hard but could not counteract their opponent’s dominance. USM Alger’s win reflects their superior strategy and control of the game.
Substitutions jaraaf: at minute 57 P. Dione came in and M. Koita went out., at minute 76 M. Gueye came in and A. Mathew Fall went out., at minute 77 M. Toure came in and A. Faty went out., at minute 77 A. Ndiaye came in and J. Bocande went out., at minute 86 E. A. Aziz Diaw came in and A. Sarr went out.
Substitutions usm alger: at minute 64 S. Gassama came in and W. M. Alli went out., at minute 75 I. Merili came in and B. Benzaza went out., at minute 75 H. Dehiri came in and N. Lamara went out., at minute 90 M. Ait El Hadj came in and I. Belkacemi went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Jaraaf
USM Alger
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