Ghana striker Kwame Opoku scored on his competitive debut for USM Algier in their 2-0 win over local rivals Mouloudia Algiers in the Algerian Cup 1/8th stage.

The former Asante Kotoko forward opened the scoring of the game in the 19th minute.

A long arching pass from midfield landed in front of him and he intelligently scooped it over the on-rushing goalkeeper.

It was his first match for the Reds and Blacks since completing his move last move.

In injury time, Zakaria Naidji scored to double their lead.