Kanu declares 'God is with Nigeria' ahead of AFCON clash with Algeria

Arsenal legend Nwankwo Kanu has declared that God is with Nigeria as the Super Eagles prepare to face Algeria in Saturday's AFCON quarter-final. In a video posted on his X account, Kanu urged Nigerians to unite and support the team. "They are going to make us proud. Let's all come together and support them, pray for them," he said. "We are going through by God's grace. We believe God is with us." The quarter-final clash takes place Saturday evening for a place in the semi-final. This match comes after both teams progressed through the group stages. Nigeria has scored 12 goals so far in the tournament, a fact that has drawn concern from Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez. Kanu called on the players to "keep working hard and give everything" in the crucial fixture. The Desert Foxes represent a formidable opponent, but the former international remains confident in the team's ability to advance. With the quarter-final being a knockout stage, there is no second chance - the winner advances to the semi-final while the loser exits the tournament. Kanu, a 1996 Olympic gold medalist and AFCON winner with Nigeria, has a history of success in the competition and his message carries weight with both fans and players.

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