Both teams scoreNot both teams to score51% · @1.48
GoalsUnder 3.5 goals76% · @1.25
Correct scoreCorrect score 1–016% · fair 6.18
USM Alger vs Maniema Union preview and prediction
The match
The CAF Confederation Cup sees USM Alger take on Maniema Union on Sunday 22 March, kicking off at 20:00 (WAT) at Stade du 5 Juillet. USM Alger are 1st with 14 points from 6 games, while Maniema Union sit 2nd on 12 points. Only 2 points separate the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
USM Alger's last 4: WLWD Most recently they beat ES Setif 2–0 at home. They average 1.0 scored and 0.5 conceded. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Maniema Union's last 3: WWW Most recently they beat USM Alger 2–1 at home. Goals have not been a problem: 2.7 per game.
Maniema Union arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 3.0 points a game against 1.8.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 15 March 2026, finished Maniema Union 2–1 USM Alger.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.4 goals: 1.8 for USM Alger and 0.6 for Maniema Union. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 44%, both teams to score at 49%.
Betting angles
Win chances: USM Alger 66%, draw 20%, Maniema Union 14%.
Both teams to score: no (51%) at 1.48.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Under 3.5 goals – a 76% chance at odds of 1.25. Predicted score: USM Alger 1–0 Maniema Union. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
USM Alger66%fair 1.51 · @1.36
Draw20%fair 4.95 · @4.10
Maniema Union14%fair 7.40 · @8.20
2.39Expected goals
1.77USM Alger xG
0.62Maniema Union xG
49%Both score
44%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–016%
2–014%
1–110%
0–09%
2–19%
3–08%
From our goals model: USM Alger 1.8 – 0.6 Maniema Union expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for USM Alger vs Maniema Union?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 76% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win USM Alger vs Maniema Union?
On our numbers USM Alger have a 66% chance of winning, the draw 20% and Maniema Union 14%.
How many goals will there be in USM Alger vs Maniema Union?
We expect about 2.4 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 44% likely and both teams score 49% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for USM Alger vs Maniema Union?
Our predicted score is USM Alger 1–0 Maniema Union, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.4 goals in total.
When is USM Alger vs Maniema Union?
USM Alger vs Maniema Union (CAF Confederation Cup) kicks off on Sunday 22 March 2026 at 20:00 (West Africa Time) at Stade du 5 Juillet.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
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