CR Béni Thour staged a dramatic comeback on November 1, 2025, sealing a thrilling 3-2 victory over Khroub in Ligue 2 action. The match, held at an undisclosed venue, saw both teams battling not just for three points, but for a glimmer of hope in a season fraught with struggles.
Coming into the match, CR Béni Thour was sitting in 12th place, having accumulated only 7 points from their previous seven outings. Their recent form left much to be desired: a precarious record of 2 wins, 1 draw, and 4 losses. Just days prior, they were defeated 0-2 by NC Magra, a result that further amplified their woes. On the other hand, Khroub, languishing in 14th place with a mere 5 points and only one win to their name, was equally desperate. Their last encounter ended in a 0-0 stalemate against MO Constantine, offering little encouragement for progress.
The match began with a palpable tension, as both teams recognized the stakes involved. Early on, CR Béni Thour took the initiative, with their attacking play reflecting their need for redemption. Just 10 minutes into the game, Amine Bouda opened the scoring, sending a clear signal that they were keen to turn their fortunes around.
For Khroub, the response was swift and resolute. They struck back just six minutes later, leveling the score at 1-1 thanks to a goal from Mouad Ghrissi. This exchange of blows set the tone for an exhilarating contest where neither side was willing to back down.
The rest of the first half saw moments of both brilliance and frustration, with both teams creating chances but failing to convert. The score remained deadlocked at 1-1 as the halftime whistle blew, leaving both coaches to strategize for the second half.
Following the break, CR Béni Thour reignited their performance, netting two goals within ten minutes. First, it was Yassine Kahniche who struck in the 57th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse from Khroub. The crowd erupted as the home team went ahead 2-1. Just moments later, Bouda returned to the spotlight, finding the net again and extending the lead to 3-1. Suddenly, a glimmer of hope transformed into a beacon for CR Béni Thour.
However, the match was far from over. Khroub, showing resilience, pressed forward with determination. In the 74th minute, they pulled one back through Mouad Ghrissi, who scored his second goal of the match, narrowing the deficit to 3-2 and sparking a late-game surge from his side.
With ten minutes left on the clock, Khroub threw everything forward in search of an equalizer, putting pressure on CR Béni Thour's defense. The tension was palpable, as fans from both sides held their breath, anticipating a final twist in the tale. Yet, CR Béni Thour held firm, weathering the storm and ultimately securing a crucial victory.
This win has propelled CR Béni Thour to 12 points, moving them into a more secure position in the league table, although they remain only one point clear of 13th-place teams. For Khroub, this loss is a harsh blow, leaving them stuck in 14th place with only 5 points and raising questions about their ability to turn the season around.
Reflecting on our pre-match preview, I anticipated a tightly contested affair, but it appears I underestimated the desire of CR Béni Thour to break their losing streak. With both teams vying for survival at this early point in the season, the stakes remain high as they navigate the challenges ahead.
As the season presses on, CR Béni Thour will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming fixtures, while Khroub must regroup and find a solution to their struggles if they hope to escape the lower reaches of the Ligue 2 table. Each team has a story to tell, and the drama of this season is far from over.