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As they prepare for their Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal match against Algeria’s Desert Warriors on Saturday, former Real Madrid player Mutiu Adepoju has highlighted three other nations, in addition to Nigeria, that have impressed him during the tournament.
The Super Eagles enter the quarterfinal clash against Algeria on Saturday night with a sense of confidence, having secured victories in all four of their matches thus far in regular time.
In addition to Nigeria, Adepoju emphasized Morocco, Ivory Coast, and Senegal as teams he believes have significant chances of clinching the title.
“Aside from the Super Eagles, Morocco has certainly made their mark,” Adepoju remarked on Eagle7 Sports Radio.
“We shouldn't dwell on their second-round match, which was challenging for them to win.
“Ivory Coast has shown remarkable strength from the beginning. Like Nigeria, they have been progressing well. Let's see how Egypt performs today.
“Senegal has also made a strong impression. These are formidable teams that could potentially win Afcon alongside Nigeria.”
The victor of the Algeria vs Nigeria match will face the host nation, Morocco, in the semifinals of the 2025 Afcon on Wednesday, January 14, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
FAQs
Which teams are mentioned as strong contenders for the title?
The teams mentioned as strong contenders for the title are Morocco, Ivory Coast, and Senegal, alongside Nigeria.
When is the semifinal match scheduled?
The semifinal match is scheduled for Wednesday, January 14, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.



