AFCON 2025: Watch Algerian players fight Super Eagles following quarterfinal defeat
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Algeria saw their AFCON 2025 dreams end in frustration after second-half goals from Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams secured Nigeria’s place in the semi-finals.
After a cagey first half, in which the Super Eagles looked the likelier to score, the game opened up in the second half, and Eric Chelle's men took their chances in clinical fashion.
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Algerian Players Clash with Super Eagles After AFCON Exit
Luca Zidane s'est battu avec Fisayo Dele-Bashiru en fin de match... En deuxième partie de vidéo, le corps arbitral pris à partie par le staff algérien.
— Instant Foot ⚽️ (@lnstantFoot) January 10, 2026
Fin de match catastrophique à Marrakech... https://t.co/ncMM5Ovt9a pic.twitter.com/Np456X9Vne
Algeria huffed and puffed but found no way past Nigeria's defensive unit, leading to a deep frustration that boiled over on the final whistle.
Algerian players engaged in heated altercations with Nigerian players and coaching staff, with a flashpoint being Luca Zidane aggressively shoving Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, and several players getting involved.
Fans shared their thoughts on social media, calling for CAF officials to review the footage of the post-match scuffles and hand down the necessary punishment to Algerian players and staff.
Disgusting and unprofessional behavior. 😡
— Micky Jnr (@MickyJnr__) January 10, 2026
No matter the result, attacking anyone on the pitch is unacceptable.
This is a dark moment for African football.
CAF must take action!#AFCONwithMicky#AFCON2025 pic.twitter.com/y1GbMnAjTW
Despite the post-match chaos, the story of the night remained Nigeria’s dominant performance.
The victory marks Nigeria’s record 17th appearance in an AFCON semifinal, and Eric Chelle's men now travel to Rabat for a mouthwatering semi-final clash against hosts Morocco.
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