USM Alger vs El Bayadh tips and predictions

USM Alger looking to extend run

On 36 Ligue 1 point, sixth placed USM Alger host tenth placed El Bayadh. The visitors will be looking to close the gap. Will they be adding to their 31 points?

No one will be getting carried away backing the short-priced favourites. That said there's not a huge chance of an upset.

If their respective matches are an indicator of what's to come, then USM Alger are the side in form. The hosts have got 14 wins under their belt from their last 18 home games while the visitors have lost 4 of their last 6 matches, away and at home. Everything points to a further defeat here.

At home USM Alger have been producing some brilliant stuff. Their recent 7 home matches have seen them averaging an impressive 3.6 goals per game and their defensive line also deserves some props. They are only conceding an average of 0.6 goals in their last 11 games. This clash is an opportunity for them to keep another clean sheet.

In front of goal, the visitors have been underwhelming. They've scored one or less goals in 16 of their last 19 matches. This might be irrelevant after the first whistle if their strikers start to penetrate more frequently. Don't hold your breath though.

USM Alger are decent favourites and it's possible they just don't give many chances away to El Bayadh. It isn't a strong view compared to other previews but the No BTTS bet is fair enough. As for the goal line, it's Over 3.5 Goals for this one after considering the prices available.