Match Update: AFCON 2026 Quarter-Final Live Score: Nigeria 2 – 0 Algeria
Time: 52nd Minute
Goal Scorers: Victor Osimhen (38′), Akor Adams (52′)
The Goal Detail: A Marrakech Masterpiece
Just minutes into the second half, Akor Adams has stunned the Desert Warriors with a goal of the tournament contender! Picking up the ball near the edge of the final third, Adams drove past two Algerian midfielders before unleashing a thunderous, swerving strike from 25 yards out. The ball clipped the underside of the crossbar and landed deep in the net, leaving the Algerian defense shell-shocked.
Nigeria is now in total control of this quarter-final clash.
Tactical Analysis (55′)
With a two-goal cushion, Jose Peseiro’s side has shifted into a dominant tactical shape. Nigeria is successfully congesting the midfield, forcing Algeria to play wide where the Super Eagles’ full-backs have been impenetrable today.
Momentum: Nigeria has won 70% of second-ball duels since the restart.
Algeria’s Response: Coach Petkovic is preparing a triple substitution to try and find a way back into this contest.
Semi-Final Watch
If this result holds, the Super Eagles will officially set up a blockbuster semi-final showdown against Morocco.
