Prediction ES Sétif vs CS Constantine 2025/2026 – Betting Tips for the Ligue 1 on 11/09/2025

Match context and mood ahead of kick-off

The fourth round of the Ligue 1 season brings a tangible derby feel to Stade du 8 Mai 1945 as ES Sétif welcome CS Constantine on 11 September 2025. The setting promises a lively atmosphere with 25,000 seats and two sides traveling opposite trajectories. ES Sétif arrive locked in a run of draws in the league, three stalemates from three fixtures leaving them with three points and no victories so far, while CS Constantine sit comfortably in second place after two wins from three matches. That contrast in the table sets the scene: a home side searching for a breakthrough and an away team that has already shown it can turn chances into wins.

Tactical snapshot and form lines

ES Sétif’s recent pattern has been stubborn but toothless. Across their league matches they have found the net three times and conceded three, producing tight affairs rather than goal fests. Their attacking averages — more total shots and more corners than their visitors — suggest they will carry threats from the home pitch, but the lack of victories hints at a team that struggles to convert control into results. Conversely, CS Constantine have been efficient and pragmatic. With four goals scored and just two conceded in league action, plus two clean sheets recorded in their broader statistics, they look well organised at the back and effective on the counter. Their most recent outing was a 2-0 win, a result that should have them keyed up and confident for a trip where margins will be fine.

Head-to-head history leans slightly toward the visitors as well; the most recent meeting ended 0-1 in favour of CS Constantine. That narrow success reflects the likely pattern for this clash: low to moderate scoring, tight defensive work, and decisive moments rather than open, end-to-end scoring.

What the numbers tell us about the likely script

The underlying numbers paint a picture of a match inclined to remain cagey. ES Sétif boast higher attacking volume at home, but their inability to convert has left them without a win. CS Constantine’s defensive resilience and recent winning form mean they are comfortable in one-goal affairs and capable of nicking results away from home. Considering both teams’ recent results and the last head-to-head, the encounter promises intensity and tactical discipline more than a goal glut.

Betting suggestion: 1X2 – Back CS Constantine to win. Based on CS Constantine’s superior start to the season, recent 2-0 victory, two clean sheets shown in their stats and the narrow 0-1 head-to-head edge earlier in the year, an away win is the best single-market choice for this fixture. Confidence: medium.