11.01.2026 14:50
In the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025), Nigeria secured a spot in the semifinals by defeating Algeria 2-0. After the match, Nigerian players celebrated their victory by dancing in the locker room. Notably, Galatasaray player Victor Osimhen did not participate in the celebrations. It was claimed that Osimhen chose to stay away from the celebrations out of respect for Galatasaray, who lost to Fenerbahçe in the Super Cup match played at the same time.
In the quarter-final match of the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025) hosted by Morocco, Nigeria faced Algeria. Nigeria won the match with a score of 2-0.
NIGERIA ADVANCED TO THE SEMI-FINAL WITH 2 GOALS
Nigeria won the match 2-0 with goals from striker Victor Osimhen, who plays for Galatasaray, in the 47th minute and Akor Adams in the 57th minute. With this result, Nigeria sent Algeria home empty-handed and became the team that advanced to the semi-finals.
STRIKING MOVE FROM OSIMHEN
At the end of the match, Nigerian players celebrated their victory as a team. In the locker room, Nigeria celebrated with their unique dance, and it was noted that Galatasaray player Victor Osimhen did not join his teammates. It was claimed that Osimhen refrained from participating in the celebrations to avoid disrespecting Galatasaray, who lost the Super Cup at the same time.
RIVAL IN THE SEMI-FINAL: MOROCCO
Nigeria, with Victor Osimhen, will face the host Morocco in a tough match on Wednesday, January 14th.