ALGIERS, Algeria (Interstat) — CS Constantine looks to continue its recent dominance over struggling MC El Bayadh when the Algerian Ligue 1 sides meet Saturday at Stade Mohamed Hamlaoui.

The matchup is a tale of contrasting form. Constantine, the home side, enters on a high after a 1-0 victory over Saoura on Jan. 9. That result showcased a resilient defense, a hallmark of their better performances this season, which also include wins over Paradou AC (2-0) and Kabylie (1-0).

El Bayadh, meanwhile, snapped a lengthy winless streak with a 1-0 home victory over ES Mostaganem on Jan. 8. That lone bright spot punctuates a dismal run. The club’s previous result was a 2-0 loss to Constantine on Aug. 22, 2025, and its form throughout the season has been poor, with just one win and one draw in its last 11 league matches prior to the Mostaganem game. A 4-1 loss to Kabylie and a 2-1 defeat to USM Khenchela highlight defensive struggles.

Historically, this fixture favors Constantine. The head-to-head record shows a comprehensive 2-0 away win for Constantine earlier this season, a result they will be confident of replicating in front of their home supporters.

However, Constantine’s form at Stade Mohamed Hamlaoui has been inconsistent, with recent home losses to MC Alger and ES Ben Aknoun. This provides a glimmer of hope for an El Bayadh side desperate for points to climb away from the lower reaches of the table.

The Interstat game simulator projects a tightly contested draw, with a final score of 1-1. This prediction acknowledges Constantine’s superior position but also accounts for El Bayadh’s desperate need for a result and the potential for a renewed sense of belief following their recent win.

Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. local time (1500 GMT) on Jan. 24. The match will be a test of whether Constantine can solidify a push up the table or if El Bayadh can build on its fragile momentum and secure a valuable away point.