ARBAA, Algeria (Interstat) — RC Arbaa will host ES Bechar Djedid in an Algerian Ligue 2 match Friday, May 1, 2026, at Stade Frères Brakni. The fixture carries significant implications for both sides as they jockey for position in the second-tier standings.

RC Arbaa enters the match on the heels of a 1-0 loss at Temouchent on April 25, a result that snapped a two-match unbeaten run. Prior to that defeat, Arbaa had posted a 2-0 home victory over CRB Adrar on April 18 and a 2-1 loss at GC Mascara on April 10. The team’s overall form has been erratic: they have alternated wins, losses and draws over their past 10 outings. Their most recent home result was a 2-0 shutout of USM El Harrach on April 4, and they have managed five clean sheets in their last 10 league matches. However, scoring has been a concern — Arbaa has been held scoreless in four of those 10 contests.

ES Bechar Djedid, meanwhile, arrives struggling for consistency. They fell 2-1 at home to NA Hussein Dey on April 25, their fourth loss in five games. That defeat followed a 3-1 loss at WA Tlemcen on April 18 and a 2-1 home defeat to Jeun D’Elbiar on April 10. Their lone bright spot in recent weeks was a 3-1 victory at Kolea on April 1. On the road, Bechar Djedid’s form has been particularly poor: they have dropped four of their last five away matches, including a 7-0 thrashing at ASM d’Oran on Feb. 7 and a 3-0 defeat at Temouchent on March 27. Their only away win since January came at Kolea.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, RC Arbaa is projected to win 2-1. The forecast reflects Arbaa’s home advantage and Bechar Djedid’s porous defense, which has conceded 22 goals in its last seven matches overall.

For RC Arbaa, the match is the first of a two-game homestand. They will travel to face Jeun D’Elbiar on Tuesday, May 5. A win Friday would provide momentum for that trip.

Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. local time. Weather is expected to be clear with temperatures around 22 degrees Celsius (72 Fahrenheit).