""I scored a goal and provided an assist, but we shouldn't focus on my personal performance; we should focus on the team effort of the national team," he said. "We won against a good Algerian team that has talented players.""
""For me, I was involved in the game, reflecting on my experience in the previous Africa Cup of Nations. It's not just about scoring decisive goals, but about how we influence the game and contribute to the victory. That's what matters most in the national team. I always strive to improve myself, both mentally and physically.""
""The opponent played better than us," head coach Vladimir Petkovic said. "We couldn't get into the game properly;""
Victor Osimhen opened the second half 84 seconds in and later set up Akor Adams as Nigeria beat Algeria 2-0 to reach the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals. Nigeria have won all five of their matches at the 2025 AFCON and have scored 14 goals, their best return in a single edition. Osimhen has scored three goals in his last two AFCON appearances, including multiple headed goals. Algeria produced a disappointing attacking display with just three shots worth 0.1 expected goals and failed to test goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali. Nigeria will face hosts Morocco in the semi-final.
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