BECHAR, Algeria (Interstat) — Host Saoura opened its Algerian Ligue 1 season with a 2-1 comeback victory over MC Alger on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Stade du 20 Août 1955.

The result defied pre-match projections that favored the visitors. MC Alger’s Zakaria Naidji, a substitute, opened the scoring in the 16th minute. Saoura equalized just before halftime through defender Nasreddine Zaalani. Substitute Ismail Saâdi netted the decisive goal in the 81st minute, completing the turnaround. All scorers and assist providers in the match came off the bench.

The win gives Saoura a perfect start in league play, while MC Alger begins its campaign with a loss. The match featured six yellow cards, four shown to substitutes.