Algeria star Bennacer doubtful for Super Eagles AFCON quarter-final clash

Algeria midfielder Ismaël Bennacer is an injury doubt for Saturday's AFCON 2025 quarter-final against Nigeria's Super Eagles at Marrakesh Stadium. The 28-year-old AC Milan player limped off in the second half of Algeria's Round of 16 victory over Democratic Republic of Congo on Tuesday. Bennacer faces a race against time to be fit for the showdown. He was Player of the Tournament at AFCON 2019 and is a key player for Vladimir Petković's side. His absence would be a significant blow to the Desert Foxes. The quarter-final clash kicks off at Marrakesh Stadium on Saturday. With Bennacer potentially sidelined, Algeria may need to restructure their midfield against a Nigerian side advancing through their own tournament campaign. Will his absence level the playing field for Nigeria, or can Algeria's depth compensate against the three-time champions?

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