🚨 A continental crown for Algeria!
USM Alger has won the CAF Confederation Cup after defeating Zamalek in a penalty shootout. This victory marks their second title in three years, showcasing the team's strong performance under coach Lamine Ndiaye. However, the match was marred by the excessive use of lasers by Egyptian supporters during the penalties.
- ▪USM Alger won the CAF Confederation Cup by defeating Zamalek on penalties 8-7 after a 1-1 draw in regular time.
- ▪This victory is USM Alger's second CAF Confederation Cup title in three years.
- ▪Senegalese coach Lamine Ndiaye has been credited for the team's success in the competition.
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