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Nigerian Super Eagles Face Off Against Desert Foxes in Q’Final Clash
Algeria beat DR Congo 10 in a thrilling match to set up a quarter-final clash with Nigeria in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Second-half substitute Adil Boulbina scored deep into extra time to seal Algeria's spot in the competition.
Algeria's Adil Boulbina scored a late winner in extra time to secure a 2-0 win against DR Congo and set up a quarter-final clash with Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Foxes had been level at 1-1 until Boulbina struck in the 120th minute, sending them into the last eight. Algeria's victory marked a hard-fought progression from their group stage exit and sets them up for an intense quarter-final showdown with Nigeria.
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