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Algeria's captain, Riyad Mahrez, humorously expressed his concern about the Super Eagles of Nigeria, noting that they have netted 12 goals in the current AFCON tournament in Morocco.
Mahrez addressed reporters during his post-match interview on Friday, just before Nigeria's match against the Desert Foxes in the quarter-finals on Saturday evening.
The former Manchester City winger mentioned that he anticipates an exciting game, as the Algerian team also possesses considerable quality.
“Nigeria has scored 12 goals; I am a bit afraid,” Mahrez chuckled.
“They have indeed scored many goals in this tournament. Their attack is very strong, and I can't deny that, but tomorrow [Saturday] is a different day.”
“So, I am not worried at all; it’s just a football match. We have our strengths, and I believe it will be an entertaining game on Saturday.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Riyad Mahrez say about Nigeria's performance?
Mahrez joked that he is afraid of Nigeria because they have scored 12 goals in the tournament, acknowledging their strong attack.
What are Mahrez's expectations for the upcoming match?
He expects a good game, stating that both teams have quality and expressing confidence in Algeria's abilities.
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