The Digest:
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named his starting lineup for the crucial Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final against Algeria, with Frank Onyeka and Ademola Lookman starting while Raphael Onyedika and Moses Simon begin on the bench. The team looks to continue its perfect tournament run in Marrakech.
Key Points:
- Frank Onyeka starts in midfield alongside Wilfred Ndidi and Alex Iwobi.
- Ademola Lookman is named in an advanced midfield role behind the strikers.
- Raphael Onyedika and winger Moses Simon are among the notable players benched.
- Stanley Nwabali returns in goal after being rested during the group stage.
- The defensive line features Calvin Bassey and Semi Ajayi at centre-back.
- Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams continue their partnership as the starting strike duo.
- Nigeria enters the match with a 100% record, having won all group stage games.
- The Eagles face an Algerian side that has scored eight goals and conceded only one.
Sources: SuperEagles/X app
