There was basically a crazy pyro party in this Algerian Cup tie

By James Kilpatrick
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Fans in a nearby apartment block helped produce a spectacular atmosphere in the Coupe Nationale.

CR Belouizdad took on USM Bel Abbes in an Algerian Cup tie which needed penalties to separate the two sides on Wednesday night – but the real action didn't come on the pitch. 

There was a remarkable atmosphere at the 10,000-capacity Stade du 20-Aout 1955, complete with a light show emanating from a residential block of flats which directly overlook the stadium.

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James Kilpatrick