AS Khroub manager Touhami Sahraoui expects a tough contest against local rivals MC Constantine. He noted that both teams share similar circumstances, particularly regarding their late pre-season preparations and limited resources. Despite missing key players such as captain Moussibah and defenders Boudouh and Harizi, the team is boosted by the return of Jadar. Following their victory over JSM Skikda, the club's management has increased the winning bonus to five million centimes to keep morale high ahead of this decisive local encounter.