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Nigeria Advances to Semifinals of Africa Cup of Nations

Published January 10, 2026, 19:05
Nigeria Advances to Semifinals of Africa Cup of Nations

Nigeria defeated Algeria 2-0 in Marrakech and advanced to the semifinals of the Africa Cup of Nations. Victor Osimhen scored the first goal, while Adams scored with an impressive individual effort. Omonia's goalkeeper, Francis Uzoho, was on the bench. In the semifinals, Nigeria will face Morocco, which is also the host country. The article also presents the schedule of matches up to the final.