MC Alger has sent a strong message to their supporters ahead of their return leg against Orlando Pirates in the CAF Champions League.
The Algerian outfit will head to Orlando Stadium 1-0 down following the first-leg loss on home soil earlier this week.
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The club thanked the fans for the support on Tuesday evening and assured they will do their best to for the second leg.
"To our eternal support and loyal fans, the supporters of our club, MC Alger." the club posted on Facebook.
"You honored the dean of Algerian clubs with your sportsmanship during our team's match against South Africa's Orlando Pirates in the CAF Champions League quarter-finals. This was despite the result not being in our favor, despite all the efforts made by the players, the technical staff, and everyone in charge of the team.
"But this is football. Every day we learn lessons and experiences that will only increase our ambition to correct our mistakes and move forward to honor this sporting entity. The beginning will be with the return match in South Africa, God willing," referring to the strong will that drives the players and the technical staff to return with a ticket to the last four, specifically from South Africa.
"Our loyal fans, with your stand that came to confirm unparalleled loyalty, you honored the Algerian supporter and embodied the values ??and principles of Mouloudia, which is very ancient in sports in general.
"The pictures drawn by the supporters of Dean With the stands packed to the brim, the exemplary conduct, and the applause for the players despite the bitterness of the loss, all of this makes the club's management proudly and gratefully present itself to you today, extending its deepest thanks and appreciation."
"You have proven once again that you are more than just supporters; you are the spirit and true heartbeat of Mouloudia. With your presence, Mouloudia will not lose, but will learn, come back stronger, and maintain its name and position as a leader in honorable sports competition, while continuing to work hard to raise the club's flag high and make you happy in the upcoming events.