Algeria vs Nigeria Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 10 Jan 2026
Africa Cup of Nations Betting Preview: Algeria vs Nigeria
Algeria square off against Nigeria in this Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final at Stade de Marrakech, with kick-off set for 12:00 on Saturday 10 January.
The way forward could be to back Algeria with a +0.25 Asian Handicap at -139 against Nigeria. This means our stake is split between 0 and +0.5, which allows us to land a return with a draw.
Group E winners Algeria come into this quarter-final after beating DR Congo 1–0 in extra time following a goalless draw after 90 minutes at Moulay Hassan Stadium in the round of 16. The Desert Foxes had most of the ball boasting 57% possession and six shots on target, with a late strike from Adil Boulbina proving the difference.
Nigeria, who finished top of Group C, recorded a commanding 4–0 victory over Mozambique at Fez Stadium in the round of 16. Eric Chelle's team managed nine shots on goal and enjoyed 61% possession, with Victor Osimhen scoring two, while Ademola Lookman and Akor Adams also found the net.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last clash between Algeria and Nigeria saw the former triumph at home. It was a 2-1 scoreline at Cairo Int'l Stadium.
| Africa Cup of Nations | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Nigeria |
3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 4 | 8:4 | 9 |
| 1 |  Algeria |
3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 7:1 | 9 |
Algeria have won all of their previous 4 games, averaging 2.0 goals from 6.3 shots on goal and 13.0 attempts. Vladimir Petkovic's side have averaged 54.8% possession, 480.0 passes and 5.5 corners per game, with their opponents scoring 0.3 goals from 2.3 shots on goal, 8.8 attempts and 4.3 corners.
Top goalscorer Riyad Mahrez has found the net 3 times, Ibrahim Maza 2, with Adil Boulbina and two other players on 1. Anis Hadj Moussa is the top assists maker on 2.
Nigeria have been victorious in their past 4 matches, with an average of 3.0 goals from 7.5 shots on goal and 16.8 attempts. There’s been an average of 63.0% possession, 511.0 passes, 4.5 corners taken and 3.5 corners against, while the Super Eagles have conceded 1.0 goals from 1.5 shots on goal and 7.0 attempts.
Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen have scored 3 goals, followed by Raphael Onyedika with 2. Ademola Lookman has been the chief assist maker in the previous 4 games with 4.
Confirmed Lineups
Algeria confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Luca Zidane (GK), Rafik Belghali, Aissa Mandi, Ramy Bensebaini, Rayan Ait Nouri, Hicham Boudaoui, Ramiz Zerrouki, Riyad Mahrez, Ibrahim Maza, Fares Chaibi, Mohamed Amoura.
Nigeria confirmed lineup (4-3-1-2): Stanley Nwabili (GK), Bright Osayi-Samuel, Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, Bruno Onyemaechi, Frank Onyeka, Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Ademola Lookman, Akor Adams, Victor Osimhen.
Algeria vs Nigeria Prediction & Betting Tips
From our main match prediction to correct score advice, must-watch player props and a custom bet builder — this Algeria vs Nigeria betting preview covers it all.
Match Prediction
Algeria look a good bet in this Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final and we can back them at -139 with a +0.25 goal start. The latest stats suggest that the Desert Foxes can avoid defeat and potentially triumph.
A good deal of research goes into our football betting tips. We start by studying the latest form and getting a handle on injuries. The key Africa Cup of Nations stats can then be used as the missing piece of the jigsaw.
Key Algeria vs Nigeria stats:
If you go by the top bookies, there’s a 58.1% likelihood of our pick winning. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 65-70%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.
There’s the option to wager on Algeria to triumph by a specific number of goals through the Winning Margin market. This offers an attractive Asian Handicap alternative.
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Correct Score Prediction
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Nigeria
There are betting odds of +850 that the Desert Foxes land a 2-1 victory. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.
Player Prop Picks
Ademola Lookman (Nigeria) can be wagered to finish with at least one shot on goal at -133. When it comes to wagering Shots on Target, we think the betting odds really stand out for this pick.
Mohamed Amoura (Algeria) has racked up ten goals in his past nine matches. Considering the numbers, we think that odds of +270 offer plenty of appeal when it comes to wagering on Anytime Goalscorer.
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Bet Builder Tips
If you’re up for a same-game multi, then we’ve got Algeria on the Asian Handicap at +0.25, Yes on the Both Teams to Score market together with Ademola Lookman (Nigeria) to have a minimum of one shot on target.
If you’re keen to wager different selections for the same football match, a bet builder will provide a solution. You can predict different outcomes and see their odds combined before going ahead and placing this tailored bet.
Algeria vs Nigeria Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The bookies have betting odds of +145 for Nigeria to win this Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final, while you could instead opt for Algeria at +245, with the draw being the third Full-Time Result option at +175.
Nigeria can be backed alternatively on the Draw No Bet market and that means getting -172. However, if you want insurance on the underdogs instead, Algeria are +118.
The Total Goals odds suggest that Under 2.5 is the likelier outcome in this contest. For the Both Teams to Score betting option, it’s up in the air odds-wise as to whether Yes or No will be the end result.
The good news is that you can access hundreds of markets for any Africa Cup of Nations game. The best football betting sites have a massive range of pre-match and In-Play betting options.
Those interested in Victor Osimhen to find the net anytime are able to get +150. There is the chance to back the favourite to score the first goal at odds of +360.
Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.
Algeria Stats
Nigeria Stats
- 9 wins and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 9 wins and 1 defeat in the previous 10 home matches
- 8 wins, 1 defeat and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.40 goals scored and 0.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.80 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.80 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 5.50 corners awarded and 4.25 corners conceded in the last 4 matches
- An average of 5.67 corners awarded and 4.33 corners against in the last 3 home matches
- An average of 9.75 corners awarded in the last 4 matches
- An average of 10.00 corners awarded in the last 3 home matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 2 of the last 4 matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 2 of the last 3 home matches
- An average of 4.50 corners awarded and 3.50 corners conceded in the last 4 matches
- An average of 3.67 corners awarded and 3.33 corners against in the last 3 away matches
- An average of 8.00 corners awarded in the last 4 matches
- An average of 7.00 corners awarded in the last 3 away matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 1 of the last 4 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 1 of the last 3 away matches
- An average of 54.75% possession in the last 4 matches
- An average of 54.67% possession in the last 3 home matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 4 matches
- Most possession in 2 of the last 3 home matches
Algeria vs Nigeria Lineups & Team News
Stay informed and review the Algeria vs Nigeria team news before placing your bets. We’ll deliver the predicted and confirmed Africa Cup of Nations lineups as well as the most recent injury news.
Algeria Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Nigeria Confirmed Lineup 4-3-1-2
Algeria Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Nigeria Confirmed Lineup 4-3-1-2
Algeria Substitutes
- 1Anthony Mandrea
- 3Mehdi Dorval
- 5Zineddine Belaid
- 8Himad Abdelli
- 9Baghdad Bounedjah
- 11Anis Hadj Moussa
- 12Monsef Bakrar
- 16Oussama Benbot
- 19Adem Zorgane
- 20Youcef Atal
- 24Ilan Kebbal
- 27Adil Boulbina
- 28Redouane Berkane
Nigeria Substitutes
- 1Francis Uzoho
- 3Zaidu Sanusi
- 5Igoh Ogbu
- 10Fisayo Dele-Bashiru
- 11Samuel Chukwueze
- 14Mohammed Usman
- 15Moses Simon
- 16Amas Obasogie
- 18Raphael Onyedika
- 19Paul Onuachu
- 20Chidozie Awaziem
- 24Chidera Ejuke
- 25Salim Fago Lawal
- 26Ebenezer Akinsanmiro
- 28Tochukwu Nnadi
Previous Algeria Lineups
Previous Nigeria Lineups
Algeria Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Vladimir Petkovic
Nigeria Player Stats & Squad
Africa Cup of Nations Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morocco | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:1 | 7 |
| 2 | Mali | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2:2 | 3 |
| 3 | Comoros | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0:2 | 2 |
| 4 | Zambia | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1:4 | 2 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Egypt | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3:1 | 7 |
| 2 | South Africa | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5:4 | 6 |
| 3 | Angola | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2:3 | 2 |
| 4 | Zimbabwe | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4:6 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nigeria | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8:4 | 9 |
| 2 | Tunisia | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6:5 | 4 |
| 3 | Tanzania | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3:4 | 2 |
| 4 | Uganda | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3:7 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Senegal | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7:1 | 7 |
| 2 | DR Congo | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:1 | 7 |
| 3 | Benin | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1:4 | 3 |
| 4 | Botswana | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0:7 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Algeria | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7:1 | 9 |
| 2 | Burkina Faso | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4:2 | 6 |
| 3 | Sudan | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1:5 | 3 |
| 4 | Equatorial Guinea | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:6 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ivory Coast | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:3 | 7 |
| 2 | Cameroon | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4:2 | 7 |
| 3 | Mozambique | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4:5 | 3 |
| 4 | Gabon | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4:7 | 0 |
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