Nigeria XI vs Algeria: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for AFCON today | OneFootball

Victor Osimhen row with Ademola Lookman almost overshadowed last-16 win at Africa Cup of Nations

Nigeria will have Victor Osimhen leading the line for today’s Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final showdown with Algeria.

Osimhen’s place in the Super Eagles’ attack was called into question by some supporters following the striker’s argument with team-mate Ademola Lookman during the round-of-16 win over Mozambique.

Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle played down the incident while also hinting at punishment for Osimhen for his on-field behaviour.

"What happened on the pitch will stay in the group,” Chelle told reporters.

“I don’t need to tell you what happened or what will happen. For my management, I keep that for me and everything that happens in the life of the group will stay in the life of group."

With that said, it would appear that Osimhen will not be punished by being dropped from the starting lineup against Algeria as Nigeria seek to join Senegal and hosts Morocco in the AFCON semi-finals.

In fact, there is every chance that Chelle names an unchanged team for the quarter-final tie as Cyriel Dessers is the only player from the 28-man tournament squad ruled out through injury or suspension.

Bassey, Ndidi and Frank Onyeka are also expected to start for the Super Eagles, but the trio are all walking the disciplinary tightrope as they are one yellow card away from missing a potential semi-final match against Morocco.

Predicted Nigeria XI vs Algeria: Nwabali; Osayi-Samuel, Ajayi, Bassey, Onyemaechi; Onyeka, Ndidi, Iwobi; Lookman; Osimhen, Adams

Injured: Dessers

Time and date: 4pm GMT on Saturday January 10, 2026

How to watch in UK: E4

Venue: Marrakesh Stadium