Stade Sétifien has moved into sole possession of first place in the Centre-East inter-regional group following their fourth consecutive victory against Chabab Bordj Menaïel. The team benefited from the draw between their former co-leader, Raed Bougaa, and MC El Eulma. Meanwhile, US Sétif secured an important away win against SCM Bordj Ghedir, and JSM Béjaïa achieved a notable 3-0 victory over CA Bordj Bou Arreridj. Elsewhere, Amal Barika celebrated their first win of the season against US Barhoum, while struggles persist for MC Barika and HB Chelghoum Laïd.