USM Alger beat Zamalek 1-0 in CAF final first leg

USM Alger took a crucial step toward continental glory after a narrow but precious 1-0 victory over Zamalek SC in the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup Final.

In a tightly contested match, both sides showed intensity and discipline, but it was the Algerian club that made the difference, finding the decisive goal and holding firm under pressure. The result gives USM Alger a slim advantage heading into the return leg, where everything will still be at stake.

Zamalek will now be forced to respond in front of their supporters, while USM Alger travel with confidence and belief that the dream of lifting the continental trophy is within reach.