Nigeria’s Super Eagles soared into the AFCON final after a commanding 2-1 victory over Algeria in the semifinal.
The pulsating encounter showcased the Super Eagles’ resilience and attacking flair, ending the Desert Foxes’ hopes of reclaiming continental glory.
The game ignited early when Victor Osimhen broke the deadlock in the 22nd minute, latching onto a pinpoint through-ball from Alex Iwobi before slotting past Anthony Mandrea. Algeria equalized just before halftime through Houssem Aouar, who curled a sublime free-kick into the top corner after a foul on Islam Slimani. Nigeria regained control in the 68th minute as Ademola Lookman sealed the win, cutting inside from the left flank and unleashing a thunderous right-footed strike into the far corner.
This hard-fought win sets up an epic final showdown for Nigeria against the winner of the Morocco vs. South Africa semifinal. The Super Eagles, chasing a fourth AFCON title, carry unstoppable momentum into the decider.
For Algeria, the defeat marks a painful exit and the end of their title defense dreams. After winning AFCON in 2019, this loss underscores their struggles in knockout stages, forcing a rebuild ahead of future tournaments and denting national pride.
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