This archive report was first published on 15 July 2019.
On Sunday, July 14, 2019, Algeria secured their spot in the African Cup of Nations final after a thrilling match against Nigeria at the Cairo International Stadium.
The match began with Algeria impressively dominating the first half, but Nigerian goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi made a crucial save in the 8th minute to prevent Algeria from scoring.
Super Eagles defender Kenneth Omeruo failed to clear the ball, but Mohamed Belaili missed the chance to score, with Akpeyi saving the day.
Algeria took the lead before halftime when Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong netted an own goal in the 40th minute.
Nigeria fought back in the 73rd minute after Aissa Mandi handled the ball, resulting in a penalty awarded to Nigeria after a VAR review.
Striker Odion Ighalo scored for Nigeria, registering his fourth goal of the tournament, but there was a heartbreak for Nigeria at the death as Manchester City striker Riyad Mahrez scored a stunning free-kick for Algeria to win the match 2-1.
Algeria will now face Senegal in the final of the African Cup of Nations 2019.
Source: Tuko
