The Professional Football League published three statements on 5 November 2026 regarding the Mobilis National Championship schedule. These updates confirm that the derby match between USM Alger and MC Alger, which was originally set for the 11th round between 30 November and 1 December 2026, has been postponed to a later date.
Reasoning Behind Match Postponement
Professional Football League officials attributed the rescheduling of the derby match between USM Alger and MC Alger to the participation of both clubs in the group stages of the CAF Champions League and the CAF Confederation Cup. These continental commitments necessitated the adjustment of the domestic Mobilis National Championship calendar to accommodate the teams' travel and match requirements.
The league management noted that the scheduling of the CAF Champions League and the CAF Confederation Cup group stages requires significant logistical coordination for the involved clubs. By postponing the derby match, the Professional Football League aims to ensure that both USM Alger and MC Alger can fulfill their continental obligations without compromising the integrity of the Mobilis National Championship. The specific date for the rescheduled derby match between USM Alger and MC Alger will be determined by the Professional Football League at a future time.
Matches for the 9th round of the championship are set to commence on Saturday, 7 November 2026. This round of fixtures will continue through the following day, 8 November 2026, across various venues in Algeria. The Professional Football League has finalized the logistical arrangements for these matches to ensure the Mobilis National Championship proceeds according to the updated schedule. Club officials have been notified of the specific kickoff times and venue assignments for all matches occurring during this two-day period.
League administrators confirmed that the 10th round fixture between MC Alger and Olympique Akbou will take place without spectators in attendance. This match will be played behind closed doors as a direct consequence of a penalty imposed upon MC Alger. The Professional Football League maintains that this decision is final and follows the regulatory framework governing disciplinary actions within the Mobilis National Championship. Security personnel and match officials have been instructed to enforce the closed-door mandate for the entirety of the 10th round encounter between MC Alger and Olympique Akbou.
The Professional Football League continues to monitor the progress of all clubs participating in the Mobilis National Championship. Any further adjustments to the calendar necessitated by ongoing domestic or continental fixtures will be communicated through official channels as they arise. The league remains committed to balancing the demands of the Mobilis National Championship with the representational duties of clubs competing in the CAF Champions League and the CAF Confederation Cup. Fans and stakeholders are encouraged to check the official Professional Football League portal for the latest updates regarding match dates, venues, and disciplinary rulings affecting the current season.
