Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad Predictions
Ligue 1 · Algeria
Ben Aknoun
Full Time
0 - 1
AI predicted 1 - 2
CR Belouizdad
Win Probability (1X2)
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Match Result: CR Belouizdad Win
Match Result
5.5/10Belouizdad Edge Ben Aknoun in Tense Contest Decided by Second-Half Strike
CR Belouizdad secured a hard-fought 1-0 away victory over Ben Aknoun in a tightly contested Algerian Ligue 1 encounter. The match was ultimately decided by a solitary goal in the 51st minute, as Belouizdad capitalized on a rare breakthrough in a game otherwise defined by defensive discipline and physical duels. Both sides struggled to carve out clear-cut chances, with the match punctuated by a total of seven yellow cards—three for Ben Aknoun and four for the visitors. Despite Ben Aknoun's efforts to rally after falling behind, Belouizdad's resolute defending and effective game management saw them hold on for all three points.
💪 AI Prediction Report
DECENT HITPredicted
1 - 2
Actual
0 - 1
💰 Bet Results1/2 hit
Key Moments
51' — Goal
CR Belouizdad break the deadlock with the only goal of the match.
various' — Yellow Cards
A total of seven yellow cards issued, reflecting the match's physical edge.
Ben Aknoun
Ben Aknoun put in a determined display but ultimately lacked the attacking sharpness required to break down a well-organized Belouizdad defense. Their inability to find a response after conceding early in the second half was compounded by discipline issues, as they picked up three yellow cards in their pursuit of an equalizer. Despite a spirited effort, Ben Aknoun's offensive limitations were evident, and they struggled to create meaningful opportunities to trouble the visitors' goal.
Strengths
Weaknesses
CR Belouizdad
CR Belouizdad executed a disciplined away performance, securing the win through a decisive goal early in the second half. Their defensive solidity was matched by effective game management, especially after taking the lead, despite collecting four yellow cards in a physical contest. Belouizdad's ability to maintain composure and limit Ben Aknoun's chances proved crucial as they saw out the match to claim a valuable three points on the road.
Key Players
Strengths
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Tactical Analysis
With no lineup or formation data provided, both teams appeared to prioritize defensive solidity and physicality, as evidenced by the high number of yellow cards and the low-scoring nature of the match. Ben Aknoun struggled to transition from defense to attack, lacking the creativity or width to unsettle Belouizdad's back line. Conversely, Belouizdad were content to absorb pressure after taking the lead, focusing on maintaining their defensive shape and disrupting Ben Aknoun's rhythm through tactical fouls and disciplined positioning. Set pieces and physical battles in midfield played a significant role, but neither side managed to consistently threaten from open play. The match's tactical narrative was ultimately defined by Belouizdad's ability to strike first and then manage the game's tempo to their advantage.
Turning Point
The decisive goal in the 51st minute gave CR Belouizdad the lead and shifted the momentum, forcing Ben Aknoun to chase the game.
Man of the Match
Unknown goalscorer
Provided the match-winning moment in a game of few chances.
Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad: Match Preview
Ben Aknoun enter this fixture on the back of a patchy run, with their last win coming away at ES Setif in early September. Since then, they've drawn three of four and suffered a narrow defeat at Olympique Akbou, leaving them ninth in the table and still searching for a first home victory. CR Belouizdad, meanwhile, have hit their stride with four straight wins, including back-to-back away successes and a dramatic late home winner over Khenchela, establishing themselves as early pace-setters at the top of Ligue 1.
The tactical contrast is clear: Ben Aknoun have been involved in high-scoring draws at home, averaging 2.0 goals for and against per home game, but have struggled to keep clean sheets (just one in five matches). CR Belouizdad’s recent defensive solidity—three clean sheets in their last five—has underpinned their run, but they have also shown attacking depth, with eight different players contributing goals in their last five. Both teams tend to score in the second half (four second-half goals each in the last five), suggesting this contest may be decided after the break.
Given the visitors’ momentum and Ben Aknoun’s habit of conceding at home, the model expects CR Belouizdad to edge a competitive match. The away side’s ability to manage tight games and their historical dominance in this fixture tilt the balance, but Ben Aknoun’s consistent scoring record means they are unlikely to go quietly.
How Ben Aknoun and CR Belouizdad Are Arriving
Form, fitness and who's likely to start.
Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad Goalscorer Form
Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games.
Ben Aknounlast 5 matchesRegular contributor
Occasional threat
Occasional threat
CR Belouizdadlast 5 matchesIn exceptional form
Regular contributor
Occasional threat
Occasional threat
CR Belouizdad are the form side in Ligue 1, stringing together four consecutive wins and conceding just two goals in that stretch. Ben Aknoun, by contrast, have lost momentum since their opening win, drawing three and losing one of their last four. Both sides have shown attacking intent, but only the visitors have consistently translated it into results.
Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad — Last 8 Matches
Strengths
- +4/5 wins in last 5 — excellent form
- +3 clean sheets in last 5 matches
- +62.5% clean sheet rate this season
Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad Prediction Confidence at a Glance
How strongly the model leans on each market.
Stats Worth Knowing
The numbers behind Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad that most previews miss.
- 1CR Belouizdad have scored in every match this season and have not lost in their last five (W4 D1).
- 2Ben Aknoun have recorded both teams to score in four of their last five matches, including both home games.
- 3Three of the last four H2H meetings have seen CR Belouizdad win by at least a two-goal margin.
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Over 2.5 Goals
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The Case For This Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad Prediction
Momentum is firmly with CR Belouizdad, who have surged to the top of the table on the back of a four-match winning run, while Ben Aknoun have stalled after a promising start with three draws and a defeat in their last four. The visitors’ ability to grind out results away from home (two wins and a draw from three on the road) contrasts with Ben Aknoun’s inability to turn home advantage into victories, drawing both home fixtures so far. Recent form and historical head-to-heads both suggest the away side have the upper hand, but Ben Aknoun’s knack for scoring in every match this season keeps the door open for a competitive contest.
Key Factors at a Glance
Defence
- →CR Belouizdad are on a four-match winning streak, conceding just twice in that span.
Match Context
- →Ben Aknoun have failed to win at home this season, drawing both home fixtures 2-2.
- →Head-to-head, CR Belouizdad have won three of the last four meetings, including both away trips to Ben Aknoun.
Where the Model Sees Value: Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad(2)
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Match Result: CR Belouizdad Win
CR Belouizdad are riding a four-match winning streak and have averaged 1.8 goals scored with only 1.0 conceded per game over their last five, while Ben Aknoun have not won at home and have just one win in five. Momentum and H2H dominance both point to the visitors.
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BTTS: Yes
Four of Ben Aknoun's last five have seen both teams score, and CR Belouizdad have conceded in two of their last three away games, suggesting both sides are likely to find the net.
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What History Says: Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad
CR Belouizdad have dominated recent head-to-heads, winning three of the last four meetings and scoring at least twice in both away trips to Ben Aknoun. Ben Aknoun’s only positive result was a 1-1 draw in late 2023, with the visitors’ superior firepower and defensive record evident in this matchup.
Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad Head-to-Head History
Last 5 meetings between these sides
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Ben Aknoun wins
1
Draws
4
CR Belouizdad wins
Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad
No bookmaker odds are available for this fixture, so value analysis cannot be performed. However, the model’s strong lean towards CR Belouizdad is driven by their current streak and dominant H2H record, which would likely make them clear favourites if odds were posted.
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Things to Watch: Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad
- ⚠️No bookmaker odds available, so value assessment is limited.
- ⚠️Lack of shots, possession, and set-piece data reduces confidence in tactical matchup analysis.
- ⚠️Small sample size (five matches each) means current form could be less stable than it appears.
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Final Verdict
Ben Aknoun 1–2 CR BelouizdadThe model forecasts a 2-1 win for CR Belouizdad, with their four-match winning streak and superior away record the key drivers. The single strongest data point is the visitors’ 1.8 goals scored per game over their last five, coupled with Ben Aknoun’s inability to win at home. The likeliest way this prediction goes wrong is if Ben Aknoun’s attack, which has scored in every match, manages to exploit any defensive lapses and force another high-scoring draw.
Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad: Common Questions
Who will win Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad?
CR Belouizdad are favoured by the model, with a 55% probability of an away win based on their four-match winning run and strong away form, while Ben Aknoun have just an 18% chance of victory.
Will both teams score in Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad?
Both teams to score is rated at 54%, as Ben Aknoun have scored in every match this season and four of their last five have seen both sides find the net.
Can Ben Aknoun end CR Belouizdad’s winning streak?
It's unlikely based on current momentum: CR Belouizdad have won four straight and have not lost in five, while Ben Aknoun have failed to win at home and have drawn three of their last four. The model gives Ben Aknoun a 45% chance to avoid defeat (win or draw).
How This Prediction Was Made
The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Ben Aknoun vs CR Belouizdad: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.
This fixture was routed to The Form Guide, the momentum specialist — weights the last five matches above everything. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.
Last updated: 17 October 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.