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USM Alger vs Zamalek Predictions - USM to edge Zamalek in first leg of Confederation Cup final
USM Alger head into the CAF Confederation Cup semi-final first leg against Zamalek with a strong home record, remaining unbeaten on their turf. Despite Zamalek’s solid away performances, inconsistency on the road may hinder their chances. USM Alger are predicted to edge out a win-to-nil, likely with a 1-0 scoreline. Both sides are missing key players; however, USM Alger’s defensive prowess at home gives them a competitive advantage over their Egyptian rivals.
- USM Alger are unbeaten at home in the CAF Confederation Cup this season.
- Zamalek have lacked away consistency in the competition.
- Prediction: USM Alger to win to nil in the first leg of the final.
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USM Alger have yet to suffer a home defeat in this season's CAF Confederation Cup (Getty Images)
USM Alger vs Zamalek Predictions
USM Alger have yet to suffer a defeat at home in this edition of the CAF Confederation Cup. Zamalek have been prone to inconsistent performances on the road in this year's competition. USM Alger are predicted to win to nil.
- USM Alger have won 3 of their last 5 home fixtures in all competitions.
- USM Alger have scored 5 goals in 5 home games in all competitions.
- USM Alger are unbeaten in 5 home matches (CONFED Cup).
- Zamalek have won 3 of their last 5 away fixtures in all competitions.
- Zamalek have scored 7 goals in 5 away games in all competitions.
- Zamalek have won 2 of their last 5 away matches (CONFED Cup).
Head to Head
USM Alger have a slight edge with one victory to none against Zamalek, including one draw in two meetings.
USM Alger Form
USM Alger did enough to defeat OC Safi on the away goals rule in their recent CAF Confederation Cup semi-final tie, after the score ended 1-1 on aggregate. USM drew 0-0 at home before drawing 1-1 away to OC Safi in the reverse leg.
USM Alger have been in great touch at home during this season's competition. They defeated San-Pedro 3-2, Djoliba 2-0, and drew 0-0 with OC Safi in the group stages before edging Maniema Union 1-0 in the quarter-finals.
Les Rouge et Noir have won two of their last five matches, with two defeats and one draw. They scored seven goals and conceded five.
USM Alger have registered three victories in their last five home games, with one defeat and one draw. They scored five goals and conceded two.
USM Alger have been in solid form lately, and they are unbeaten at home in this edition of the Confederation Cup, with three victories and two draws, giving them the advantage to secure the win in the opening leg against Zamalek.
Zamalek Form
Zamalek secured a narrow victory in their CAF Confederation Cup semi-final clash against CR Belouizdad recently, winning 1-0 on aggregate after the first leg finished 1-0 in favour of Zamalek before drawing 0-0 in Cairo.
Zamalek have lacked consistency away from home during their campaign in the competition. They drew 1-1 against Kaizer Chiefs, defeated Al Masry 2-1, and lost 1-0 to ZESCO United in the group stages before drawing 1-1 with Otoho d'Oyo in the quarter-finals.
Zamalek have won two of their last five fixtures, with one defeat and two draws. They scored two goals and conceded three.
The White Knights have recorded three victories in their five away matches, with one defeat and one draw. They scored seven goals and conceded three.
Zamalek have been playing well on the road in recent outings, but they have lacked consistency away from home in this year's competition, and will have to play well to beat USM Alger in their own backyard.
Team News
USM Alger
Ahmed Khaldi and Houssam Ghacha have been on target with three goals in the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup.
Brahim Benzaza and Zakaria Draoui have scored two goals each.
Mohamed Bouderbala, Adem Alilet, Che Malone, Glody Likonza, and Saadi Redouani have contributed one goal each so far.
Zamalek
Ahmed Hossam and Amr Nasser are not available due to injuries.
Mohamed Sobhi, Seif Jaafar, Baron Ochieng, and Ahmed Hamdi have not travelled to Algeria due to tactical choices.
Seifeddine Jaziri has scored four goals in this edition of the CAF Confederation Cup.
Juan Alvina and Oday Dabbagh have scored three goals each so far.
Juan Bezerra has netted two goals in the competition.
Ahmed Sharif, Amr Masse, Hossam Abdelmaguid, Salah Mohsen, and Seif Farouk Gaafar have contributed one goal each.
Verdict
USM Alger have been in great shape at home in this season's CAF Confederation Cup and are tipped to secure a competitive win-to-nil victory against Zamalek in their first-leg final match with a 1-0 score at the final whistle.
USM Alger Win
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