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Mahrez on Nigeria Clash: "We Know Them Well, It Won't Be Easy"

Mahrez on Nigeria Clash: "We Know Them Well, It Won't Be Easy"

06 January 2026at21:37

Riyad Mahrez, captain of the Algerian national team, affirmed that his team deserved to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals, following their "difficult" 1-0 victory over DR Congo in the Round of 16.

Mahrez stated in a televised interview: "I believe that over the course of the match, if the scales had to tip in anyone's favour, it was ours. We faced a good Congolese team; they played cohesively and left few spaces, but we were resilient. We didn't concede many chances, and we always know we have players who can make a difference."

Regarding the upcoming match against Nigeria in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals, he explained: "Nigeria? We know them well; the match won't be easy. A last-minute free-kick again? We'll see, anything is possible."

It is worth noting that the Algerian national team will face their Nigerian counterparts in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals next Saturday (17:00 GMT+1) at the Grand Stade de Marrakech.

What did Riyad Mahrez say about Algeria's victory against DR Congo?

Riyad Mahrez affirmed Algeria deserved their "difficult" 1-0 AFCON win against DR Congo, highlighting the team's resilience and ability to make a difference despite a cohesive opponent.

When and where will Algeria play Nigeria in the AFCON quarter-finals?

Algeria will face Nigeria in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals next Saturday at 17:00 GMT+1. The highly anticipated match is scheduled to be held at the Grand Stade de Marrakech.
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