Nigeria’s Super Eagles will face Algeria in a highly anticipated quarter-final encounter at the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), following impressive Round of 16 victories by both sides.

The Super Eagles sealed their place in the last eight after a commanding 4–0 win over Mozambique on Monday night. Nigeria delivered a dominant performance, showcasing attacking flair and defensive solidity to dispatch the Mambas with ease. Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen were among the standout performers as the three-time African champions sent a strong warning to their rivals.

Algeria, on their part, booked their quarter-final ticket after edging past the Democratic Republic of Congo with a narrow 1–0 victory. The Desert Foxes relied on disciplined defending and clinical finishing to overcome the Congolese side in a tightly contested match.

The quarter-final showdown between Nigeria and Algeria is scheduled for Saturday, January 10, 2025, and is expected to be one of the marquee fixtures of the tournament. Both teams boast rich AFCON histories and a fierce rivalry, setting the stage for an intense battle for a semi-final spot.

As anticipation builds, football fans across Nigeria and Africa will be hoping the Super Eagles can maintain their fine form and overcome the Algerian challenge in their quest for a fourth AFCON title.