Matchday 7 of the Algerian league saw an intense capital derby between CR Belouizdad and USM Alger, ending in a 2-2 draw. CRB took an early lead with a brace from Benhammouda, but USMA clawed back with two penalties converted by Ramdaoui and Khaldi, despite finishing with ten men following Achraf Abada’s red card. Elsewhere, JS Kabylie secured an impressive 3-0 away win against USM Khenchela, while newly promoted CR Aïn Témouchent defeated ES Sétif 2-1. Olympique Akbou and MB Rouissat continued their strong start to the season, whereas JS Saoura struggled again at home against ES Ben Aknoun. The round concludes on Tuesday with the match between US Biskra and MC Alger.