The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been drawn against Algeria in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, setting up one of the most anticipated clashes of the tournament.
Nigeria sealed their place in the last eight with a commanding 4–0 victory over Mozambique in the Round of 16, continuing their impressive AFCON campaign. The Super Eagles have now won all their matches so far, scoring 12 goals and conceding just four, making them one of the clear favourites for the title.
Watch the highlight of the super eagles trashing Mozambique in the AFCON Round of 16 tie;
Algeria, on the other hand, booked their quarter-final spot after a tense Round of 16 encounter against DR Congo, which ended 1–0 after extra time. The decisive moment came late in the game when Adil Boulbina scored in the 119th minute, sending the Desert Foxes through.
With both teams boasting strong squads and rich AFCON history, the Nigeria vs Algeria showdown promises high intensity, tactical battles, and star quality on display. Nigeria will look to maintain their perfect run, while Algeria aim to halt the Super Eagles’ momentum.
Softfootball will continue its AFCON 2025 coverage and will provide confirmed details on the date, kickoff time, and venue for this blockbuster quarter-final encounter as soon as they are officially announced.
