'Best I've Seen the Boys Play' — Troost-Ekong praises Osimhen-led Super Eagles after Algeria win

The Super Eagles secured their spot in the semi-finals with a dominant 2-0 win over Algeria at Stade de Marrakech.

Galatasaray's Victor Osimhen broke the deadlock before setting up Sevilla striker Akor Adams to seal the win against the Fennec Foxes.

The win extended Nigeria's 100% record, making them the sixth team in history to win the first 5 matches of an AFCON tournament.

Nigeria will now face the host nation, Morocco, for a place in the final of the 35th edition of the tournament.

Speaking in an interview, Troost-Ekong hailed the team's display as one of the finest he has witnessed from the current squad.

"Top performance from the whole team! Best I’ve seen the boys play and growing game by game," he said.

Nigeria's dominant showing against Algeria highlighted their clinical edge, with Osimhen's contributions proving pivotal.

The team's performance suggests a growing maturity and tactical discipline that has impressed observers throughout the competition.

Looking ahead to the challenging semi-final clash against the hosts, the former Watford defender expressed his confidence in the team's ability to go all the way.

"Still my favourites to win," Troost-Ekong reiterated.

Despite facing a formidable Moroccan side backed by home support, the Super Eagles, who were runners-up in the 2023 tournament, remain focused on their goal of capturing a fourth Africa Cup of Nations title.