2019 AFCON Algeria Vs Nigeria : The Top Four Players To Watch Out For

The stage is getting set as Nigeria faces a stern test in the semi-finals of the AFCON in Egypt. This will be a bigger task than the one they had against South Africa as they take on Algeria.


With the match permutations and predictions going on ahead of this match, we take a look at the four key players to watch as both sides come up against each other.


This promises to be a tough task for Bennacer . This is due to the depth of quality in the Nigerian midfield.

However, expect fireworks and mobility in the final third from the Arsenal talent as he’s proven many times for his side in this AFCON.

Wilfred Ndidi (Nigeria)

The Leicester City stalwart who was reportedly linked to a move to Manchester United would be a boss in the midfield pivot.

His presence is an advantage for his side in the middle of the park.

His shield in front of the back four and accurate interceptions is needed as his side face former Leicester teammates Islam Slimani.

Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)

Mahrez would be expected to bring an attacking bearing to his side forward line in the AFCON semi-final clash.

That’s why his manager will be banking on his technical (dribbling) ability in the match.

His gameplay has lifted the Desert Foxes in the tournament so far, so expect the former Leicester star touted as the “King” by former Leicester boss Ranieri to provide the green light for his side in transition as the battle ensues against Nigeria.

Samuel Chukwueze (Nigeria)


Such was his impact as he picked the man of the match (MOTM) award ahead of big names like Ahmed Musa, Wilfred Ndidi and Alex Iwobi in the Nigerian set-up.