AFCON 2025: Super Eagles retain XI for Algeria quarter-final clash

Nigeria have named an unchanged starting lineup for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final against Algeria, with head coach Éric Chelle opting for continuity ahead of the high-stakes encounter in Marrakech.

The match will kick off at 5pm local time at the Marrakesh Stadium, with a place in the semi-finals on the line.

Chelle’s decision follows Nigeria’s emphatic 4-0 win over Mozambique in the round of 16, a result that reinforced the team’s growing confidence.

Chelle sticks with winning formula

The Super Eagles will once again rely on Stanley Nwabali in goal, backed by a settled back four that has combined physicality with pace.

Captain Wilfred Ndidi continues to anchor the midfield, supported by Frank Onyeka and Alex Iwobi, while the attacking responsibility rests on a front line that has been among the most productive at the tournament.

Nigeria Starting XI vs Algeria
Goalkeeper:Stanley Nwabali

Defenders: Bright Osayi-Samuel, Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, Bruno Onyemaechi

Midfielders: Frank Onyeka, Wilfred Ndidi (c), Alex Iwobi

Forwards: Ademola Lookman, Akor Adams, Victor Osimhen

Osimhen, Lookman lead attack

Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, both on three goals each, will again spearhead Nigeria’s attack.

Algeria arrive with an equally strong record, having also won all their games en route to the last eight.

The Desert Foxes have conceded just once in the tournament, setting up a tactical contest between Nigeria’s attacking firepower and Algeria’s defensive discipline.

The winner of Saturday’s quarter-final will progress to face hosts Morocco in the semi-finals.