Algeria Faces Nigeria in AFCON Quarterfinals After Late Win Over DR Congo
Algeria Faces Nigeria in AFCON Quarterfinals After Late Win Over DR Congo
Algeria has advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) where they face Nigeria’s Super Eagles. This follows a grueling 1-0 victory over DR Congo at the Stade Prince Moulay Al Hassan in Rabat on Tuesday night.
Neither side could find a breakthrough during regulation time of the game. The match remained deadlocked until the 119th minute, when 22-year-old Adil Boulbina struck a decisive blow to settle the contest and send the Algerian supporters into a frenzy.
Okay News reports that the game was a tactical battle dominated by strong defensive displays and high-tempo challenges. Algeria’s coach, Vladimir Petković, made a controversial decision by subbing off captain Riyad Mahrez in the 71st minute, a move that initially left the team lacking offensive spark.
However, the late introduction of fresh legs eventually paid off as Boulbina’s clinical finish spared both teams from a nerve-wracking penalty shootout.
The victory ensures Algeria continues its unbeaten streak in the tournament as they prepare for the next stage of the competition.
For DR Congo, the defeat marks a heartbreaking end to their AFCON journey, despite a resilient performance that saw standout defensive efforts from players like Chancel Mbemba and Lionel M’Pasi.
