MC Alger grind out 77-69 home win over Binisaf CR

MC Alger secured a hard-fought 77-69 victory over Binisaf CR in the Algeria Super Division on October 27, 2026, using disciplined half-court defense and timely fourth-quarter execution to protect home advantage. The win added another important result to MC Alger’s league campaign and kept Binisaf CR within striking distance for much of a tight, physical contest.

Match overview

MC Alger led 39-33 at halftime after controlling the tempo in the opening two quarters. Binisaf CR stayed competitive by attacking the offensive glass and knocking down perimeter shots, but the home side always had an answer when the game threatened to turn.

• Quarter scores: MC Alger 18-16, 21-17, 19-18, 19-18
• Halftime: MC Alger 39, Binisaf CR 33
• Final: MC Alger 77, Binisaf CR 69

Key moments

The decisive stretch came in the third quarter. Binisaf CR opened the second half with a 6-0 run to level the score at 39-39, briefly silencing the home crowd. MC Alger responded with an 8-2 burst of their own, rebuilt a cushion, and carried a 58-51 lead into the final period.

Binisaf CR refused to fade. A pair of quick baskets cut the deficit to four at 64-60 midway through the fourth, but MC Alger closed the game with a composed 13-9 run. Their late possessions were patient, drawing fouls and converting at the free-throw line while forcing Binisaf CR into contested jump shots.

Tactical story

MC Alger’s defensive approach centered on protecting the paint and forcing Binisaf CR to shoot over length. The home side controlled the defensive boards in the second half and limited second-chance points during the closing minutes. On offense, MC Alger worked through their interior players and used dribble penetration to create open looks from the perimeter.

Binisaf CR’s best spells came when they pushed the pace and attacked before MC Alger’s defense could set. Their three-point shooting kept the game close, but turnovers and missed free throws in the fourth quarter proved costly. MC Alger’s ability to slow the game down in the final five minutes was the difference.

Standout performers

MC Alger received strong production from their frontcourt, with their leading scorer finishing in double figures and dominating the glass on both ends. The backcourt managed the game well late, limiting turnovers and making key free throws. For Binisaf CR, the shooting guard was the primary offensive threat, repeatedly hitting tough shots to keep his team within reach.

Season impact

The result gives MC Alger a valuable home victory in the Algeria Super Division standings and reinforces their strong form on their own floor. For Binisaf CR, the loss is a missed opportunity to climb the table, though the competitive performance suggests they can challenge stronger opponents. MC Alger will look to carry the defensive intensity into their next fixture, while Binisaf CR will focus on late-game execution.