Adams increased Nigeria’s lead 10 minutes later as Osimhen unselfishly fed him the ball and he took it round Zidane before placing it into an empty net. Nigeria looked more determined, quicker around the field and stronger in the challenges, denying their opponents a single scoring chance. Algeria were already hanging on grimly in the first half with Nigeria having good chances to be ahead at the break. Bensebaini hooked it clear, although television replays appeared to show the whole circumference of the ball had crossed the line. Nigeria, who have reached the last four 17 times in the last 20 tournaments they have qualified for, will take on Morocco in Rabat in the semi-finals on Wednesday.

Source: Irish Examiner January 10, 2026 20:12 UTC