WA Mostaganem 3-1 JSM Tiaret — WA Mostaganem produced a dominant attacking display to defeat JSM Tiaret 3-1 in Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 2 on Saturday evening. A brace from their leading striker and a third goal after the break sealed a comprehensive home victory that underlined their promotion credentials.

Match Overview

WA Mostaganem were on the front foot from the first whistle, pressing high and moving the ball quickly. They took the lead inside the opening 20 minutes and doubled their advantage before half-time. JSM Tiaret pulled a goal back early in the second half to briefly raise hopes of a comeback, but WA Mostaganem restored their two-goal cushion soon after and managed the game comfortably to the final whistle.

Key Moments

• 14th minute: WA Mostaganem take the lead, a sweeping team move finished off with a first-time strike from the edge of the box.
• 36th minute: The lead is doubled — a header from a corner finds the net after a flick-on at the near post.
• 52nd minute: JSM Tiaret pull one back with a well-placed shot from just inside the area.
• 68th minute: WA Mostaganem score their third, a clinical counter-attack finished by their striker for his second of the game.

Tactical Story

WA Mostaganem lined up in an aggressive 4-3-3, with their full-backs pushing high and their midfielders making late runs into the box. The high press forced JSM Tiaret into numerous turnovers in dangerous areas, and the home side capitalised with ruthless efficiency. JSM Tiaret struggled to cope with the pace of the game and were often left chasing shadows in midfield. Their consolation goal came from a rare moment of quality, but it was little more than a footnote on the night.

Standout Players

WA Mostaganem striker — scored two goals and was a constant menace with his movement and finishing. He now sits among the top scorers in the division.

WA Mostaganem winger — provided two assists and tormented the JSM Tiaret right-back all evening with his direct running.

JSM Tiaret goalkeeper — despite conceding three, he made several fine saves to prevent an even heavier defeat, including a one-on-one stop in the first half.

What It Means in the Table

The win strengthens WA Mostaganem’s position in the upper reaches of the Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 2 table and sends a message to their rivals. JSM Tiaret, meanwhile, remain in a difficult patch and will need to tighten up defensively if they are to climb away from the lower reaches. For WA Mostaganem, it was a statement performance — one that showcased their attacking firepower and title ambitions.