By Angu Lesley
Football writer kick442.com – Cameroon
USM Alger have confirmed a new long-term contract for head coach Lamine Ndiaye, keeping him at the club until 2028 following a highly successful spell that has already delivered silverware and reshaped the team’s identity — with Cameroon defender Che Malone emerging as one of the key pillars of the squad.
Ndiaye’s arrival midway through last season from TP Mazembe marked a clear turning point for USM Alger, who quickly moved from inconsistency to a more structured and competitive side. His influence was immediate, restoring discipline, tactical clarity and confidence across the team.
That progress culminated in a CAF Confederation Cup triumph, a defining achievement of his short tenure. USM Alger’s continental success was built on organisation, defensive strength and efficient game management in high-pressure knockout ties, all hallmarks of Ndiaye’s approach.
At the heart of that success was Che Malone, who established himself as a reliable and influential figure in defence. The Cameroonian centre-back played a crucial role throughout the campaign, providing stability, leadership and consistency in key moments as USM Alger navigated their way to the title.
His performances became a cornerstone of Ndiaye’s system, allowing the team to maintain structure and composure even in difficult phases of matches. Malone’s emergence as a defensive mainstay has been widely seen as one of the key factors behind the club’s recent success.
With the new contract running until 2028, USM Alger have signalled their intent to build a long-term project around Ndiaye’s philosophy. Club officials believe the foundation laid during this successful spell can now be developed into sustained domestic and continental competitiveness.
For Ndiaye, the extension is a strong endorsement of his rapid impact, with expectations now focused on consolidating progress and continuing to develop a squad already showing clear signs of growth under his leadership.
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