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'Nigeria Is the Rolls-Royce of Football': Super Eagles to Set up AFCON Semi-Final Clash with Morocco

Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams scored as Nigeria dominated Algeria, maintaining a perfect 5-0 record and the best goal difference (+10), advancing to face Morocco.

  • At Stade de Marrakech, Nigeria defeated Algeria 2-0, with Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams scoring, as Nigeria advances to the semifinals.
  • Outplayed in midfield, Algeria repeatedly turned possession over under Nigeria's pressing unit, enabling multiple press-created chances for the Super Eagles.
  • Nigeria's 4-3-1-2 formation generated pressure, with Victor Osimhen heading the opener soon after halftime and Akor Adams finishing into an almost empty net after a defensive lapse.
  • After the final whistle, Algeria players and coaching staff confronted referees and hurled insults, while their yellow card totals reflected mounting frustration during the match.
  • The Super Eagles will face Morocco in the AFCON semifinals on Jan. 14 after beating Algeria 2-0, eliminating Algeria and advancing despite missing the 2026 World Cup.
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The Super Eagles won 2-0 against the Fennecs this Saturday, January 10 in Marrakech. In four days, a shock awaits them: Morocco, for a place in the final.

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thengblog.com.ng broke the news in on Saturday, January 10, 2026.
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