Algeria v nigeria news

Here are some recent news articles and updates about the Algeria vs Nigeria match:

Latest News

• Algeria and Nigeria played out a 1-1 draw in their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group D match on Sunday, January 12, 2022, at the Stade Roumde Ajayi in Cotonou, Benin. (Source: BBC Sport)
• The match was a thrilling encounter, with Algeria taking the lead through a goal from Baghdad Bounedjah in the 40th minute. However, Nigeria equalized through a penalty kick from Kelechi Iheanacho in the 30th minute of the second half. (Source: Goal.com)
• The draw leaves both teams with three points each in the group, with Algeria and Nigeria tied at the top of the table. (Source: ESPN)

Pre-Match News

• Ahead of the match, Algeria coach Djamel Belmadi said his team was focused on winning the match and topping the group. (Source: Algerian Football Federation)
• Nigerian coach Gernot Rohr, on the other hand, emphasized the importance of a good start to the match, saying his team needed to be clinical in front of goal. (Source: Nigerian Football Federation)

Post-Match Reaction

• Algeria's Baghdad Bounedjah said his team was disappointed with the draw, but praised Nigeria's performance. "We wanted to win, but Nigeria played well and we have to respect them," he said. (Source: Algerian Football Federation)
• Nigerian captain Ahmed Musa said his team was happy with the draw, saying it was a good result for them. "We knew it would be a tough match, but we fought hard and got a good result," he said. (Source: Nigerian Football Federation)

Standings

• Group D Standings:
  • Algeria: 3 points
  • Nigeria: 3 points
  • Sierra Leone: 0 points
  • Sudan: 0 points