USM Alger secured a narrow 1-0 win against JS Saoura at the 5-Juillet stadium, counting for the fifth round of the professional league. The decisive goal came in the 32nd minute via Mohamed Boudrabala, who converted a cross from his teammate Loucif. With this result, the Algiers club reaches 10 points and moves up to third place temporarily. Conversely, JS Saoura's struggles continue as they remain in the penultimate spot with two points and one game in hand. The fifth round concludes this Wednesday with two matches: ES Sétif versus JS Kabylie, and CR Témouchent against MB Rouissat.