The third round of the inter-regional championship (East group) features high-stakes matches, headlined by the clash between Chabab Ferjioua and group leaders Nasr El Fedjoud. Meanwhile, US Sedrata faces a tough challenge against AS Ain Kercha. The derby between CRB Ain Fekroun and AS Ain M'lila has been pushed back to October 20 to allow the latter to resolve legal issues with FIFA. The round also includes a classic encounter between ES Guelma and CRB Mila. In the Centre-East group, leaders Stade Sétifien and Raed Bougaa face difficult away games against US Barhoum and MC Barika, as chasing teams look to capitalize on any slip-ups.