In an update published by BusinessDay, Nigeria’s Super Eagles learned their next opponent in AFCON 2025, with Algeria set to face Nigeria in the quarter‑finals after edging DR Congo.
Nigeria’s camp has been buoyed by a recent 4–0 win over Mozambique, but analysts say Algeria’s tactical discipline could present a more difficult test, with Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman expected to play key roles.
The Punch and Vanguard also confirmed the pairing and the pathway that set up the showdown, which is being billed as one of the tournament’s biggest fixtures.
Echotitbits take: Nigeria–Algeria is a heavyweight matchup with little margin for error. If Nigeria’s forwards can break through Algeria’s tight marking, the Super Eagles have the depth to progress—but the game will likely be decided by small tactical details.
Source: Vanguard — https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.vanguardngr.com/2026/01/nigeria-to-face-algeria-in-afcon-quarter-finals/amp/ 2026-01-07
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