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The Digest:

Algeria head coach Vladimir Petković says his team is prepared for their Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash with Nigeria after a hard-fought extra-time win over DR Congo. The Desert Foxes secured the victory with a 119th-minute strike from substitute Adil Boulbina, setting up a high-stakes meeting with the Super Eagles.

Key Points:
  • Algeria coach Vladimir Petković is confident ahead of the Nigeria quarter-final
  • The Desert Foxes beat DR Congo 1-0 in extra time on Tuesday
  • Substitute Adil Boulbina scored the winner in the 119th minute
  • Petković said Algeria "controlled two-thirds of the match and played good football."
  • The coach praised his team’s professionalism and ability to manage the game
  • Algeria will face Nigeria in the quarter-finals on Saturday, January 10, 2026
  • Petković emphasized that qualifying was the priority before focusing on Nigeria
As the knockout stage narrows, this matchup embodies the tournament’s relentless tension, where one moment of brilliance can define a nation’s journey, and every coach’s belief is tested against the clock and the competition.

Sources: Complete Sports, CAF Online