This Algerian Ligue 2 “Centre-West” derby is expected to be a tight affair. USM El Harrach sits 2nd and is pushing for promotion, while NA Hussein Dey occupies a mid-table 9th position. Historically, this fixture is very balanced, with both sides sharing five wins apiece and six draws in their last 16 meetings. However, El Harrach’s home form is the differentiator; they have been much more clinical at the Stade 1er Novembre, whereas Hussein Dey has struggled to find the net in recent away trips.