CR Beni Thour 1-3 MO Bejaia: Clinical away display earns Bejaia the points

MO Bejaia produced a sharp and efficient away performance in the Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 2 on 26 September 2026, defeating CR Beni Thour 3-1. The visitors scored at key moments, defended resiliently when required, and punished their hosts with quick transitions, leaving Beni Thour with a home defeat that will hurt in the early-season standings.

Match overview

Beni Thour began with plenty of energy and tried to impose themselves through long spells of possession. Bejaia, however, were content to sit slightly deeper and attack in transition. The approach worked perfectly: they took the lead midway through the first half, doubled it early in the second, and added a third before Beni Thour could mount any real comeback. The late consolation goal was little more than a consolation.

Key moments

• 23rd minute: MO Bejaia opened the scoring with a precise finish after a quick counter-attack.
• 52nd minute: A second goal arrived from a set-piece, with a towering header at the back post.
• 76th minute: Bejaia made it 3-0, finishing a flowing move with a low shot into the corner.
• 88th minute: CR Beni Thour pulled one back with a late strike, but there was no time for more.

Tactical story

Bejaia’s game plan was built on defensive organisation and rapid breaks. Their midfield screened the back four effectively, forcing Beni Thour to play sideways rather than through the middle. When possession turned over, Bejaia moved the ball forward with purpose. Beni Thour struggled to track runners from deep, and their high defensive line was exposed repeatedly. The home side’s finishing also lacked the composure shown by their opponents.

Standout players

MO Bejaia’s attacking midfielder was the best player on the pitch, involved in two of the three goals and constantly finding space between the lines. The centre-back who scored the second was dominant in both boxes. For CR Beni Thour, the goalkeeper made several saves to prevent a heavier defeat, while their substitute forward took his late goal well.

Table and season impact

The win lifts MO Bejaia in the Ligue Professionnelle 2 table and strengthens their push for promotion contention. For CR Beni Thour, the loss leaves them with work to do, particularly at home, where dropped points can be costly. The head-to-head gives Bejaia bragging rights for now, and on this form they look like a side capable of challenging near the top of the division.