Croweater FC delivered the headline result of the round, edging Diddillibah FC 1:0 and slowing one of the title chasers at a crucial stage. It was a result that tightened the battle behind leaders FC SPIDERS Sydney, who stayed composed with a 2:0 win over Procrastinators FC.
Bacon Boys FC also kept pressure on the summit, brushing aside CIKAR 3:0, while last season’s champions FC Anderson Park North Sydney responded with a solid 3:1 victory over Adelaide Football Club. With Croweater now set to meet Anderson Park, the next round offers another direct test in the crowded middle of the table.
The title race remains alive, but the margins are narrowing — and one disciplined result can still reshape the chase.
Albirex Niigata made it 16 wins from 16 with another clean victory, keeping a commanding nine-point lead over 丸男.
The chase remains lively behind them: FC Kawasaki Tokyo bounced back emphatically, while Matsumoto Yamaga FC stayed close before their cup semi-final rematch with Kawasaki. Aira FC also answered, but the leaders still look untouchable.
Waitakere United answered last round’s pressure with a firm 9–0 win, keeping a two-point lead over defending champions Just Vale.
Blue Pixies also stayed in the hunt, while Wellington Phoenix remain close after another big result. The cup now sharpens the drama, with Just Vale and Wellington set for a semi-final that could echo into the title race.
Important games this round:
• Last seasons Top teams: 1st - Just Vale (59 points), 2nd - Waitakere United (58 points), 3rd - Blue Pixies (56 points), 4th - Wellington Phoenix (52 points)• Promoted this season: Hibiscus Coast FC, Papakura Ampersands, North Wellington Blues
Swans FC kept their three-point lead with another clean win, but the next test is far sharper: a meeting with defending champions YooSin 태권도.
fc olleh stayed second with a heavy response, while Yeongjongdo Island remain close after another dominant result. With Yeongjongdo facing Andong Mackerels next and YooSin already having knocked Swans out of the cup, the title race is entering a decisive spell.
The Academy stayed perfect with another emphatic win, while Dhaka Abahani Limited kept the gap at three points.
Narayanganj FC also strengthened third-place pressure with a 16–0 victory. Still, the headline remains the coming cup semi-final: Academy against Dhaka Abahani, the rivalry shaping Bangladesh’s season on both fronts.
baobeiqiqi and lanxingxing both won comfortably to remain level on 44 points, with baobeiqiqi still ahead on goal difference.
The next round brings a real title-race checkpoint, as lanxingxing visit defending champions Yanbian FC. Sydney Warriors and Tongzhou Lions kept pressure on the chase, with Tongzhou also heading toward a cup semi-final against xiaotian-inter.
FC Pune City and Rangdajied UFC stayed level at the top with comfortable wins, keeping their title duel finely balanced.
The next round brings a major test for Pune against Bengaluru, while Rangdajied face Chennai City after already knocking both Pune and Bengaluru out of the cup. With the leaders tied on points, every serious test now carries title weight.
Deportivo Dekara stayed top, but their 1:1 draw with Tak Tigers opened the door for the chasing pack. The former runners-up remain one point clear, yet Atilico de nezzuri moved within striking distance after a narrow 1:0 win over Uttaradit Blades, a far more valuable result than the scoreline suggests.
Nongneng also kept the pressure on, while last season’s champions Area6ten9okini. continued their climb in emphatic fashion. The next round now carries real weight: Atilico meet Nongneng in a direct title-race clash, while Area6ten9okini. test themselves against leaders Dekara. With Tak Tigers still close behind, the top four remain packed tightly enough for one result to reshape the season.
• Last seasons Top teams: 1st - Maccabi Haifa Football Club (60 points), 2nd - Rahat Starlings (58 points), 3rd - Royal Strikers (58 points), 4th - Monkeys (51 points)• Promoted this season: TF Opena, maccabi tel aviv, FC Israeli Boys
Xagħra United kept their unbeaten, unconceded season alive with another commanding win, while Birkirkara F.C. stayed two points behind after a 15–0 response.
Cittá Beland remain third after beating 11 Angry Goats, but the title race still bends toward the top two and their coming cup semi-final.
Dacians White Wolves strengthened their grip on the season with a commanding 3:0 win over FC Hermannstadt, extending their unbeaten run and leaving the former champions firmly in control at the top. FC Sheriff Tiraspol also made a statement, beating Moldavian Stars 3:0 to climb closer to the podium battle.
Ferencváros kept pace with a routine victory, but the next round brings a much sharper test as they meet FC Sheriff Tiraspol. Meanwhile, FC Hermannstadt face Straw Hat Pirates in another important duel between sides still fighting for position. With the cup semi-finals also featuring several of these clubs, the pressure is beginning to build on every front.
A Six-Team Race Tightens as Challengers Strike Back
With just six points separating first from sixth, the title race in Romania has become one of the most unpredictable in recent memory. The latest round delivered another twist as leaders F.C.PRETOR survived a difficult test against East Strike, winning 2:1 to remain on top. Their margin, however, is only a single point after nearest rivals Podgoria Murfatlar responded emphatically with a 4:1 victory.
Perhaps the most significant result came in Craiova, where FC Univ. Craiova handed Abatorul Slobozia only their third defeat of the campaign. The 1:0 success not only revived Craiova's own ambitions but also prevented Slobozia from moving into first place. With the league table so compressed, every dropped point now carries enormous weight.
AFC Atletico Mangalia continued their resurgence with a composed 2:0 win over Soimii I.P.A. Sibiu. The club has quietly climbed into fourth place and remains only two points off the summit. Their attacking duo of Tacito Pinol and Moacir Faioli struck once each in the victory, maintaining their status as one of the division's most dangerous partnerships. Pinol remains the league's leading scorer with 13 goals, while Faioli has reached eight.
While six clubs remain separated by only six points at the top, the defending champions are facing a very different fight. FC 23 Mai Onesti, winners of last season's title, begin the final third of the campaign inside the relegation zone. With only six rounds remaining and the bottom three destined for the drop, every result is becoming critical for a club that was lifting the trophy just a few months ago.
The upcoming fixtures could reshape the standings once again. The headline encounter sees Abatorul Slobozia face AFC Atletico Mangalia, a meeting between two clubs separated by just a single point. Meanwhile, FC Univ. Craiova host VITEZISTII4S™ in another clash with major implications for the crowded top half.
Beyond the league, Podgoria Murfatlar continue to balance their title challenge with a Challenge Cup semi-final and a domestic cup semi-final, while both Abatorul Slobozia and AFC Atletico Mangalia remain alive in the national cup. The race for silverware is intensifying on every front.
Mightyred Take Control as Palace and Rovers Cancel Out
Beringen United Mightyred moved back to the top on goal difference after a commanding 6:0 win over Crawley Wildcats. With crystal palace f.c and Rougemont Rovers locked in a goalless draw, Beringen made the most of their chance to regain first place and keep the Champions Cup ticket in their hands.
The stalemate between Palace and Rovers kept both firmly in the title picture, but it also allowed Atletico De Madrid to close the gap. The defending champions beat The Red Devils Stars3:0, with Gus Oakley and Kamilis Kavoliunas among the scorers, leaving Atletico just two points off the summit.
Gravediggers stayed close to the Challenge Cup race with a narrow 1:0 win over Chester Ducks, decided by Bert Danell. They now face Rougemont Rovers in a crucial next-round meeting between two sides still eyeing the top two.
At the bottom, the relegation fight is tightening. Crawley Wildcats remain in deep trouble, while Chester Ducks and The Red Devils Stars both occupy the drop zone after defeats. Albion Allstars and Merlin Magic XI are only one point above danger, keeping the battle for survival very much alive.
The next round could bring another shift at the top. Leaders Beringen United Mightyred will be expected to take advantage of a favourable home match, while crystal palace f.c travel to Albion Allstars knowing they cannot afford to lose ground. The standout fixture sees Rougemont Rovers host Gravediggers, a meeting between two sides separated by only three points and both still harbouring ambitions of securing a continental place. Meanwhile, defending champions Atletico De Madrid face Merlin Magic XI looking to extend their recent momentum and potentially climb even closer to first place.
Oldboys United stayed three points clear with a ruthless win over Kangaroo Island, while Football club Valur answered with another commanding display.
The next round gives Valur the sharper league test against Vikingur, while Oldboys remain focused on protecting their slim advantage before both leaders return to cup semi-final duty.
Important games this round:
• Last seasons Top teams: 1st - Oldboys United (62 points), 2nd - Football club Valur (62 points), 3rd - Junkers United (52 points)• Promoted this season: ÍBK Keflavík, Valur FC, KR-aular
Irish Villa Mob stayed top of the table after a valuable 2:1 win over SportingHaroldsCross. It was a significant result in the race for the Champions Cup place, with Villa moving level on points with fast n fit but remaining first on goal difference.
The defending champions did their part as well, edging Myaella Fc1:0 to keep the pressure firmly on the leaders. The gap to third is now three points after SportingHaroldsCross’ defeat, while dubs4sam and Red Forest lost ground slightly after a goalless draw.
Knockea United strengthened their place in the chasing pack with a 3:0 win over Harchester United. Pero Kopic scored twice, moving to 17 league goals and extending his lead at the top of the scoring chart.
The relegation picture is also sharpening. Harchester United and Balbriggan United FC remain in serious trouble, while Myaella Fc still occupy the final drop spot despite having a much larger cushion. Irish Knights and Leinster Lions both helped themselves with important wins, but neither can afford to relax yet.
The next round brings another major test for the leaders, as Irish Villa Mob face Myaella while fast n fit meet Red Forest. Behind them, dubs4sam against Hibernia and Leinster Lions against Knockea could further shape the battle for the two international cup tickets.
Dundonald Bluebell protected their lead with a composed 2:0 win over Macduff Lions, a result that mattered more than the scoreline in a tight race at the top. Wallace Army F.C answered with a 2:1 victory over Kirn FC, keeping the gap to the champions at just two points and pushing Kirn further into the battle for third.
FC Drobeta also earned a useful 2:0 win over Fife Funk FC, while Huntly FC and Celtic shared the points in a 1:1 draw. The next round brings another test for the leaders as Celtic host Dundonald Bluebell, while Wallace Army travel to Fife Funk FC needing to stay close.
Superliga Srbija – 17. kolo: Novi poredak na vrhu i triler na začelju!
Šesnaesto kolo nam je donelo pravi spektakl i tektonske promene! Epski derbi između lidera Belgrade City i Hajduka završen je bez pobednika (1:1), što je oberučke prihvatio sjajni Kasovac i pobedom u goleadi protiv "Zvezda" (3:2) izbio na fantastično drugo mesto! Na dnu smo videli pobedu Anđelije u direktnom okršaju za opstanak, dok su Supermeni deklasirali Sarme sa nestvarnih 5:0.
Sedamnaesto kolo nam donosi nove zicere, nagazne mine i derbije koji kroje vrh tabele!
Derbi kola: Šampion na skeneru u Bijeljini FK Radnik Bijeljina vs Belgrade City
Nakon remija sa Hajdukom, neprikosnoveni lider (33 boda) ide na još jedno pakleno gostovanje. Radnik je posle remija sa Lokomotivom pao na četvrto mesto (25 bodova) i sada na svom terenu ima priliku da "zakuva" šampionsku trku. Tvrda odbrana domaćina protiv moćnog napada Beograđana – ovo je meč koji može da promeni tok prvenstva!
Napad na Sidnej posle petarde FK Hajduk Sydney 06' vs F.C. Mali Supermeni
Hajduk (26 bodova) je preživeo gostovanje lideru, ali je pao na treće mesto i pobeda mu je ovde imperativ. Ipak, u goste im dolaze Mali Supermeni (22 boda) koji su u potpunom transu nakon što su u prošlom kolu deklasirali Sarme sa 5:0! Gosti pucaju od samopouzdanja, dok domaćin mora da dokaže zašto je najefikasnija ekipa lige.
Maratonci ne staju! Kasovac Maratonci vs Arsenal RK
Novi vicešampion lige! Kasovac igra fudbal iz snova, iskoristili su svaki kiks rivala i stigli do 27 bodova. Sada dočekuju Arsenal (15 bodova) koji je posle remija sa Veprovima ostao tik iznad opasne zone. Na papiru ovo je zicer za zahuktale Maratonce, ali Arsenal se bori za goli superligaški život i skupo će prodati kožu.
Lokomotiva juri ka top 4 FK Lokomotiva United vs Marcos FMC
Lokomotiva je iščupala bod tvrdom Radniku i sa 23 boda deli peto mesto. Sada imaju idealnu priliku za tri boda jer im u goste dolazi "fenjeraš" Marcos. Gosti su u prošlom kolu doživeli katastrofalan poraz u direktnom duelu sa Anđelijom (2:1), pali su na samo dno (12 bodova) i moral im je na istorijskom minimumu. Sve osim pobede domaćina bio bi ogroman kiks.
Veprovi na ranjene Sarme Mocni Veprovi vs Club de Futbol Dve Sarme
Veprovi (23 boda) su remizirali sa Arsenalom i malo usporili, ali sada dočekuju potpuno razbijene Sarme. Gosti izlaze na teren sa 18 bodova, ali i sa teškim traumama nakon onih 5:0 u prošlom kolu. Domaćin je ovde izraziti favorit da dodatno gurne Sarme ka opasnoj zoni.
Anđelija u naletu ФК Анђелија vs Shooting Stars SC
Kakav povratak Anđelije! Pobedom u derbiju začelja fenjeraš je konačno pobegao sa dna (14 bodova) i sada ima priliku da na svom terenu ugosti Shooting Stars (20 bodova). "Zvezde" su vezale loše rezultate, izgubile od Kasovca i polako padaju na tabeli (8. mesto). Anđelija ima momentum, dok gosti moraju da zaustave slobodan pad.
Zaključak:
Lider više nije nedodirljiv, a Kasovac preti iz senke! S druge strane, borba na začelju nikada nije bila neizvesnija. Lopta je okrugla, a teren jedino merilo. Spektakl se nastavlja! 🔥 ⚽
Maratonci keep rolling! Kasovac Maratonci vs Arsenal RK
The new runners-up of the league! Kasovac are playing inspired football, taking full advantage of every slip-up by their rivals to reach 27 points. They now host Arsenal (15 points), who remain just above the danger zone after drawing with Veprovi. On paper, this looks like a straightforward task for the in-form Maratonci, but Arsenal are fighting for their Superliga lives and will not go down easily.
Lokomotiva chasing a top-four finish FK Lokomotiva United vs Marcos FMC
Lokomotiva earned a valuable point against Radnik and now share fifth place on 23 points. They have an excellent chance to claim all three points against bottom-placed Marcos. The visitors suffered a crushing defeat in a direct relegation battle against Anđelija (2:1), fell to the foot of the table on 12 points, and morale is at rock bottom. Anything other than a home victory would be a major upset.
Veprovi target wounded Sarme Mocni Veprovi vs Club de Futbol Dve Sarme
Veprovi (23 points) were held by Arsenal and lost a little momentum, but now welcome a completely shattered Sarme side. The visitors arrive with 18 points but also carrying the scars of that brutal 5:0 defeat last round. The hosts are clear favorites to push Sarme even closer to danger.
Anđelija on the rise ФК Анђелија vs Shooting Stars SC
What a comeback from Anđelija! Their victory in the relegation derby finally lifted them off the bottom (14 points), and now they host Shooting Stars (20 points). The Stars have endured a poor run of results, losing to Kasovac and slipping down to eighth place. Anđelija have momentum, while the visitors desperately need to halt their slide.
Conclusion:
The leaders are no longer untouchable, and Kasovac are emerging as a serious threat from the shadows. At the other end of the table, the relegation battle has never been tighter. The ball is round, and the pitch remains the only true judge. The spectacle continues! 🔥 ⚽
BLλCK MESA kept their narrow lead with an important 3:0 win over SV Austria 1933, while reigning champions Olimpija FC stayed just one point behind after a controlled 2:0 victory over Maribor FC. NO MA´AM also remain firmly in the hunt, edging Kapfenberg SV 2:1 in one of the round’s most valuable results.
The next round gives the leaders another serious test against Kapfenberg SV, who have already beaten them once this season. Olimpija face SV Austria 1933 in another match with real weight near the top, while Maribor FC need a response against Wolfsberger. With the first three separated by only three points, the title race remains finely balanced.
Leaders Hold Firm Before the Season’s Biggest Test
FK Sarajevo 1946 protected their three-point lead with a hard-fought 1:0 win over Borac 1926. Zaim Petrovic scored the decisive goal, moving onto 12 for the season and keeping Sarajevo on course for the Champions Cup ticket.
BH Dragons answered like champions, edging F.C. Imperial1:0 to stay within striking distance. With Imperial now six points behind second place, the race for the two international cup tickets is increasingly becoming a battle between the top two unless the chasing pack can close the gap.
PARTIZAN FK kept pressure on third with a 1:0 win over Blaugrana F.C, while FK Ljiljan damaged FC Peacocks almighty with a valuable 2:1 victory. Trpimir Veslica also struck again for PARTIZAN, reaching 13 league goals.
At the bottom, FC Humci remain deep in trouble, while FK Baščaršija gave themselves hope by beating them 3:0. NK Asim still occupy the final relegation place, but The Nobles moved three points clear of danger with a timely 3:0 win.
The next round brings the headline clash: BH Dragons host FK Sarajevo 1946. A Sarajevo win would open a major gap at the top, while the defending champions can pull level and reignite the title race.
CSKA Sofia made the round’s biggest move, beating Kazanlŭk Thracians FC 2–0 to jump top on goal difference.
Vereya F.C. kept pace with a heavy win and now face Kazanlŭk in another major test. Lazio_1900 also edged Val United 1–0, tightening the top five before the cup semi-finals add more pressure.
Hunyadi János strengthened their title grip by beating Szeged 3–1, pushing the champions nine points clear at the top.
Football Club SKA-Khabarovsk dropped points in a 2–2 draw with Paksi Sportegyesület, while Al Nassr Riyadh and FTC Isti cancelled each other out. Next, Hunyadi visit FTC in another stern test, with Al Nassr against SKA also carrying major weight in the chase.
For The Alliance tightened their grip on first place with a commanding 4:0 win over Returnees. Vukosav Premovic scored a hat-trick to move onto 12 league goals, while Rajo Cirovic also added to the total as the defending champions restored a four-point lead in the race for the Champions Cup ticket.
Nottingham Forest FC remain second after a composed 2:0 victory over OFK Titograd Podgorica, but San Stefano FC are only one point behind them after beating O.F.K. Ostrog3:1. The promoted side continue to look like genuine contenders for an international cup place, with the Challenge Cup ticket still firmly within reach.
Club Atlético de Madrid S.A.D. also stayed close by defeating STORMWIND2:0, keeping the top four separated by seven points and ensuring the run-in remains tense.
The relegation battle is just as congested. FC Mornar Bar, Newcastle United FC and Returnees currently occupy the bottom three, but OFK Titograd Podgorica are level with Returnees on points, while Grobari Berane and STORMWIND remain only narrowly above danger.
The next round brings major tests at both ends: For The Alliance face Club Atlético de Madrid S.A.D., O.F.K. Ostrog meet Nottingham Forest FC, and Returnees host Newcastle United FC in a crucial survival clash.
FC Soccer Academy Red Bull stayed firmly in control of the title race with a professional 3:0 win over NK Plesh United. Xander Arnett scored twice to move onto nine league goals, while Reda Boulahia added another as the leaders preserved their four-point advantage in the race for the Champions Cup ticket.
Grosuplje Dreamteam answered with an important 1:0 victory over last season’s runners-up Borussia Dortmund. After their surprise defeat to Manchester United FC, the champions needed a response, and Jalen Smic delivered the decisive goal to keep the Challenge Cup place in their hands.
The chasing pack remains lively, though Neverwalkalone lost ground after a 2:0 defeat to Inter Miami CF. Grosuplje FC took advantage with a 3:0 win over Manchester United FC, closing to within a point of third and keeping pressure on the international cup race.
At the bottom, Manchester United FC remain last, but the relegation battle is tightly packed. FC Podgurje boosted their survival hopes with a huge 5:1 win over NK Jesihdorf, leaving Jesihdorf only one point above the drop zone and NK Plesh United just three points clear.
The next round brings another test for Red Bull against Inter Miami CF, one of the division's form teams and a side capable of unsettling the leaders. Grosuplje Dreamteam will be expected to capitalise against FC Podgurje, but Podgurje's emphatic victory last weekend showed they are far from beaten. Meanwhile, Borussia Dortmund and Grosuplje FC meet in a clash that could have a major impact on the race behind the top two.
The battle at the bottom may be just as significant. Manchester United FC host NK Plesh United knowing that defeat would leave them running out of time to escape relegation. NK Jesihdorf, meanwhile, face Alkosi i drogeraši after conceding five goals in the previous round and can ill afford another setback with the bottom three places still far from settled.
FC Goldstar reclaimed first place with a commanding 5:1 win over Merchtem2016. After their setback against SC Betekom, the defending champions responded emphatically, with Leomar Da Vila scoring a hat-trick and Tuncel Gokcin adding two more to move onto six league goals.
hammertime lost ground after being held 1:1 by Club Internationale, though they remain only one point behind. THE VILLABOYS kept pace with a narrow 2:1 win over AS Beveren, while Sasboys stayed firmly in the hunt by edging EA SERREKES by the same scoreline.
The fight for the two international cup tickets remains wide open, with five teams separated by just three points. kfc de preistampers also remain close after a 1:1 draw with SC Betekom.
At the bottom, Forza Gellik and AS Beveren remain in the relegation zone, while SC Betekom occupy the final drop place only on goal difference. Club Internationale are level with Betekom on points, making every result increasingly important.
The next round brings a major clash near the top as Sasboys host THE VILLABOYS. FC Goldstar face a tricky trip to EA SERREKES, while hammertime will be expected to respond against Beveren. At the bottom, SC Betekom against Forza Gellik could prove crucial in the survival race.
Sá City Futebol Clube stayed top on goal difference after a tense 3:2 win over Desidrogenase Alcoólica. Goker Akin and Aristides Luz carried the leaders through a difficult match, keeping Sá City level on points with S. C. Pena d´Alva in the race for the Champions Cup ticket.
S. C. Pena d´Alva matched them with a strong 3:1 victory over Sport Machados da Surriba. Piotr Reetz scored twice, moving onto six league goals, while Adriano Abreu also struck as Pena d’Alva kept the pressure firmly on first place.
The chasing pack stumbled. Defending champions Galacticos C.P. fell 1:0 to Sumolix Stars, with Abilio Sales scoring the decisive goal. That result pulled Sumolix within a point of the champions and kept the fight for the two international cup tickets wide open. Sá FC also stayed level with Galacticos after a narrow 1:0 win over Futebol Clube do Porto, decided by Matej Volko.
At the bottom, Sport Lisboa e Benfica gave themselves hope with a valuable 1:0 win over FC Saense, but they remain last. Desidrogenase Alcoólica and Grupo Desportivo de Sá still occupy the other relegation places, though Vale Pisão are not completely safe yet.
The next round brings a major title test as Galacticos C.P. host Sá City Futebol Clube. Meanwhile, Desidrogenase Alcoólica face Pena d’Alva, and Sport Lisboa e Benfica meet Porto in another crucial survival opportunity.
Norrlandsfotboll FC kept their perfect season intact with a controlled 3:0 win over Uppsala Kickers, moving further toward another title run. Behind them, Swedish Academy answered with a 4:0 victory over Gnuville BK, while Slovenia Dreamteam stayed close to second place by beating Rutger Boll Klubb 3:1.
The tightest result of the round came from Eneby BK, whose 1:0 win over Bałtyk Gdynia strengthened their hold on fourth. The next round brings another important test in that race, as Slovenia Dreamteam meet Bałtyk Gdynia, while Eneby BK face Uppsala Kickers.
The steelheads stayed one point clear at the top after a strong 4:1 win over HyperVibes, keeping their unbeaten season intact. FC Albisrieden answered with a 4:0 victory over Swiss Dribblers, ensuring the title race remains finely balanced between last season’s champions and the current leaders.
Behind them, Fc Black Panther were held 1:1 by FC Appenzell, allowing fc schönspieler to close the gap with a composed 2:0 win over Terror City United. FC KOFA also stayed in the European-place discussion by beating Fussballclub Zürich 2:0.
The next round brings a major test for FC Albisrieden against Fc Black Panther, while The steelheads face NK Bugojno knowing there is still no margin for error.
RC Kouba were handed a rare setback as MPAlger claimed a stunning 3:0 victory over the leaders. The result prevented Kouba from strengthening their grip on first place, but their seven-point cushion survived intact after closest challengers Itihad.Riadi.Ouled.Nail also stumbled. For MPAlger, the upset victory could prove invaluable in the battle for survival.
Itihad.Riadi.Ouled.Nail missed an even bigger opportunity. The second-placed side fell 2:0 at Banu Zayan FC, leaving them unable to capitalize on Kouba's stumble. That allowed reigning champions alger united to close the gap after a professional 2:0 victory over M.C.Algiers. With six rounds remaining, the race for the two international cup tickets remains far from settled.
Elsewhere, Mouloudia Club Oran continued their impressive rise. A narrow win away to WATlemcen & CCSig lifted them into fourth place, while promoted Ouchène Irougueln strengthened their remarkable season by defeating Kahla & Hamra 2:0 and moving comfortably into the upper half.
The relegation battle remains fierce. MPAlger escaped the bottom three thanks to their upset of the leaders, pushing M.C.Algiers into immediate danger. Just one point separates ninth from twelfth, meaning Ouchène Irougueln, Kahla & Hamra, M.C.Algiers and MPAlger all have plenty of work left to do.
The upcoming round features several matches with major implications. Leaders RC Kouba face an in-form USM Alger side that has scored six goals in its last two outings, while Mouloudia Club Oran and Ouchène Irougueln meet in a clash between two of the division's most consistent recent performers. At the bottom, M.C.Algiers versus MPAlger could prove pivotal in determining who remains above the drop zone when the season enters its final stretch.
Royal Pari made it 16 wins from 16 with another clean result, keeping Blooming three points behind despite their own emphatic response.
Juan Carlo Balón and Club Bolívar also stayed on course, but the next real intrigue is the cup: Royal Pari face Bolívar, while Blooming meet Nomads with momentum still intact.
Important games this round:
• Last seasons Top teams: 1st - Royal Pari (63 points), 2nd - Blooming (57 points), 3rd - Club Atlético Ciclón (57 points), 4th - Club Bolívar (48 points)• Promoted this season: Real Santa Cruz F. C., kerkenez, los cocoleros
Udi City F.C remain unbeaten and firmly in control, but their 2:2 draw with São Paulo F.C. gave the chasing pack a little encouragement. Tulio Pinero scored again to reach 16 league goals, though São Paulo answered through Cleber Granemann, whose brace moved him onto nine for the season.
Guará E.C took advantage with a valuable 2:1 win over Nivek United, cutting the gap to nine points and strengthening their hold on the Challenge Cup place. Behind them, the race remains crowded: Candal FC were held by Sport Club Flecha, while Geny F.C continued their rise with a narrow win over Na Canela™.
The relegation battle is tightening as well. Piraloku FC remain bottom after losing to Avanti Palestra!, while Esporte Clube Cajueiro earned a useful point against Touro do Sertão. Sport Club Flecha still occupy the final drop place, level on points with Na Canela™ and only one behind Avanti.
The next round brings a heavyweight meeting at the top as Udi City F.C host Guará E.C. A win for Udi would make the Champions Cup ticket feel almost untouchable, while Guará need a result to keep the title race alive. At the bottom, Piraloku FC against Sport Club Flecha and Esporte Clube Cajueiro against Avanti Palestra! could reshape the survival fight.
The Lads produced the key result of the round, edging NorVan FC 2:1 to stay in the thick of the podium race. Bulletproof Monks also made a strong statement with a 3:0 win over FC Newmarket, keeping themselves within reach of second place and setting up a major showdown.
North Mississauga SC remain five points clear at the top, while Football club de Taher held onto second after another comfortable win. The next round now brings two matches with real weight: North Mississauga meet Bulletproof Monks in a direct test of the leaders, while Quebec Football Club host Football club de Taher. FC Newmarket also need a response against Étoile Bordjienne.
Fc MEWA kept their grip on first place, but only after a tense 3:2 win over Perro Loko FC. With Assisi Lagos Nueva Galicia held 1:1 by C. D. Jorge Campos, the leaders gained a little breathing room at the top, while Octopus MX stayed level with Assisi on points after another comfortable result.
Real Geminis produced one of the round’s sharper statements, beating C.D. Guadalajara 3:1 and slowing their push for fourth. The next round now sends Fc MEWA into another tricky test against C. D. Jorge Campos, while Assisi must respond against Real Geminis. Panteras Negras UAM and C.D. Guadalajara also meet in a match that could reshape the upper-middle table.
FC Seher Bosna delivered the round’s defining result, beating TeamScout 5:1 to stretch their lead and remind the chasing pack why they are defending champions. New Jersey Stars kept second place with a narrow 2:1 win over SC Real Madrid, while NY Cosmos made a strong move by defeating Telluride Smugglers 3:0.
Velez SC also stayed close to the upper places, and the next round gives them a major test against SC Real Madrid. The headline fixture, though, is New Jersey Stars against FC Seher Bosna, with the leaders able to take another big step toward control of the title race.
