Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez says Nigeria have a strong chance of lifting the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations trophy despite the Desert Foxes’ exit from the tournament following their 2–0 quarter‑final defeat by the Super Eagles.
Mahrez praises the Nigerian squad’s talent, describing them as a “good generation” with the quality to challenge for the title in Morocco.
Mahrez acknowledges that football can be unpredictable, noting that having a strong squad doesn’t always guarantee success, but he believes Nigeria’s combination of skill and depth gives them a credible shot at AFCON glory as they prepare to face hosts Morocco in the semifinals.