Nigeria’s Super Eagles have marched into the quarter-finals of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, determined to make amends for their failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The three-time champions secured their place in the last eight with a hard-fought victory in the round of 16, setting up a blockbuster tie on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the Stade de Marrakesh against the winner of the Algeria vs Democratic Republic of Congo matchup.
Interim coach Augustine Eguavoen praised the team’s resilience, stating post-match: “The boys are hungry to succeed. Missing the World Cup was painful, but we’re using that as motivation to go all the way here in Morocco.”
Nigeria’s path to the quarter-finals has seen them overcome early challenges, blending experienced stars like Victor Osimhen and William Troost-Ekong with emerging talents.
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The potential showdown with neighbours Algeria a repeat of the 2019 semi-final that Nigeria won or the unpredictable DR Congo promises high drama, with the winner advancing closer to the February 9 final.
Fans back home are rallying behind the team, with social media buzzing under #SuperEagles and calls for a fourth AFCON title.
By Ogungbayi Beedee Adeyemi
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