El Bayadh welcomes CR Belouizdad to Stade Zakaria Medjdoub on March 6, and if the odds are anything to go by, we’re in for a razor-thin contest. With the home win priced at 2.9, the draw at 2.65, and the away win at 2.7, the bookmakers are practically shrugging their shoulders. But fear not—we’ve crunched the numbers, and our AI has a plan.

The best bet for this clash? Under 2.5 goals at odds of 1.32. Why? Because tight, low-scoring affairs are the name of the game in Algeria’s Ligue 1. A mere 38.3% of matches see over 2.5 goals, and with our AI giving this tip a confidence rating of 6.7/10, it’s a solid pick.

El Bayadh might be the underdog in terms of squad value (€3.08m vs. CR Belouizdad’s €9.85m), but they’ve shown they can punch above their weight. Need proof? Their stunning 1-0 away win over CS Constantine at odds of 8.0 was a reminder that they’re no pushovers. Meanwhile, CR Belouizdad also knows how to deliver on the road, having beaten MC Alger 3-1 earlier this season.

The last time these two met, El Bayadh edged a 2-1 victory, but this time, our AI predicts a more cautious affair, with a 1-0 home win and a goalless first half. Given that home teams win 51.4% of Ligue 1 matches, El Bayadh might just have the edge.

So, if you’re looking for a smart bet, back Under 2.5 goals. It’s a trend that fits the league’s history, and with both teams capable of grinding out results, a cagey contest is on the cards.