Nigeria’s Super Eagles are set to renew their storied rivalry with North Africa’s Algeria in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations at the Stade de Marrakech on Saturday, January 10, 2026. The Super Eagles punched their ticket to the last eight with an emphatic 4-0 win over Mozambique, with Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman leading the attack. Algeria booked their spot thanks to a dramatic extra-time win against DR Congo, setting up what promises to be a high-stakes clash for a place in the AFCON semi-finals. 

Kick-Off Time and Where to Watch

Kick-off for the Nigeria vs Algeria tie is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. West Africa Time (WAT) on Saturday. Football fans across Africa and beyond can catch live coverage on SuperSport via DStv and GOtv platforms, with beIN Sports and other regional broadcasters also carrying the fixture. With both sides boasting strong squads and deep continental pedigree, the match is expected to produce tense, tactical football as they battle for a coveted semi-final spot.