The seventh round of the Ligue 1 season saw a thrilling derby between USM Alger and CR Belouizdad ending in a 2-2 draw, allowing CRB to level with MC Oran at the top of the standings. Benhammouda scored twice for Belouizdad before USMA responded with two penalties. Meanwhile, JS Kabylie impressed with a 3-0 away win against USM Khenchela, led by Messaoudi and Lahlou, moving up to third place. CR Aïn Témouchent secured a valuable 2-1 victory over ES Sétif at the 8 Mai 1945 stadium, adding to the Sétif side's struggles. Additionally, Olympique Akbou maintained its strong momentum by defeating CS Constantine 3-0, while JS Saoura remains in trouble following a goalless draw with ES Ben Aknoun.