USM Alger hopes to have Mohamed-Amine Ramdaoui available for their clash against The Panthers FC in the second preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup. The Algerian forward is recovering from a thigh injury and remains uncertain for the first leg, scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, at the 5-July Stadium.
The return of the young striker would be great news for Lamine N’Diaye. With two goals in the league this season, Ramdaoui is one of the key offensive assets for the USM team. His absence has been particularly felt during the club's recent performances, according to Algerian media.
The extra time granted by the postponement of the match could aid his return. However, the forward must continue his rehabilitation process, and his participation against the Equatorial Guineans is not guaranteed. The coaching staff will need to ensure he is fully recovered before reintegrating him into the team.
As the defending champions, USMA will play both matches of this tie in Algiers, on October 20 and 25, at 20:00. This situation provides the Red and Black with an opportunity to shine at home. Ramdaoui's presence could offer an additional option in attack, provided his physical condition allows him to return to play.
