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Algeria vs Nigeria: AFCON 2025 Quarterfinal - Time, where to watch the epic rematch

Algeria vs Nigeria: AFCON 2025 Quarterfinal - Time, where to watch the epic rematch
Nigeria's AFCON 2025 dream comes down to settling an old score with Algeria in what promises to be the tournament's most explosive quarterfinal.
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The Stade de Marrakech in Morocco hosts an African heavyweight clash: Algeria vs Nigeria in the AFCON 2025 quarterfinals.

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Nigeria's ruthless 4-0 Mozambique win meets Algeria's epic 119th-minute extra-time thriller over DR Congo, reigniting revenge for 2019's semi-final heartbreak.

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The Revenge Narrative

This is no ordinary tie, it's 2019 redemption. Riyad Mahrez's late free-kick crushed Nigeria's dreams in Egypt.

Super Eagles Eric Chelle has made some bold moves with his AFCON 2025 squad.
Super Eagles boss Eric Chelle

Fast-forward to 2026, Nigeria boasts 12 goals (tournament-high), led by Ademola Lookman's flair and Victor Osimhen's firepower. Algeria endures via Anis Boulbina's extra-time magic.

Match Details

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  • Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026

  • Venue: Grand Stade de Marrakech, Morocco

Riyad Mahrez has scored three goals for Algeria at AFCON 2025.
Riyad Mahrez has scored three goals for Algeria at AFCON 2025.
  • Kickoff: 8:00 PM WAT (Nigeria); 7:00 PM GMT; 2:00 PM ET (USA); 11:00 PM CET (Europe)

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Where to Watch Live

Catch every moment and action from Lagos to Algiers and beyond:

Osimhen and Lookman have had fantastic understanding on the pitch, contributing to six goals.
Osimhen and Lookman
  • Nigeria

Free-to-Air: NTA Sports, BON (Broadcasting Organisation of Nigeria)

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Pay-TV: SuperSport (DStv/GOtv channels 201/202)

  • Algeria

EPTV, BeIN Sports

  • Global Options

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Streaming: CAF YouTube (free worldwide, geo-restrictions apply), SuperSport Stream, beIN Sports Connect

Super Eagles have to win the midfield battle or lose the entire war
Super Eagles.

Middle East/Africa: beIN Sports

Highlights & Audio: CAF app, BBC Sport (audio), Pulse Sports live blog

Nigeria Team News

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Coach Eric Chelle eyes Ryan Alebiosu's return from a knock. Akor Adams likely starts after two Mozambique assists.

Ryan Alebiosu made his debut for Nigeria || Imago
Ryan Alebiosu made his debut for Nigeria against Uganda || Imago

The latest report also indicates that main man Victor Osimhen will be available despite the clash with Lookman against Mozambique.

Don't miss this semi-final gateway. Nigeria chases history; Algeria defends pride. Tune in - who claims Marrakech?

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