Two goals by Abdoulaye Kanou in both halves on Sunday night in Algiers saw USM Alger knock Rivers United out of the 2023/2024 CAF Confederation Cup.
The Pride of Rivers came into the game with a slim aggregate lead having defeated USMA 1-0 in the first leg last weekend in Uyo.
However, Kanou’s brace, scored in the 37th and 74th minutes, ensured that USM Alger advanced 2-1 on aggregate.
Sunday’s CAF Confederation Cup second-leg quarter-final clash between the Algerian and Nigerian sides was played at the Stade du Julliet in Algiers.
The Algerians dominated the game from start to finish, controlling proceedings with 64 percent possession.
The hosts had 23 shots with 12 on target, while Rivers United were restricted to just one shot on target out of 12.
The result means USM Alger advance to the semi-finals where they will meet RS Berkane of Morocco.
