Algeria vs Nigeria (LIVE UPDATES): Former African champions battle in Oran

Two former African champions, Algeria and Nigeria, will test their might against each other on Tuesday night in an international friendly.

While the Super Eagles are three-time African champions, the North Africans have two titles.

Even though Tuesday’s tie is only the second international friendly between the Desert Foxes and the Super Eagles, the two countries know each other fairly well with 21 previous meetings over the years.

In those past meetings, the two countries have nine victories apiece and three draws; a development which suggests they are evenly matched.

Having both failed to qualify for the 2022 World Cup, Algeria and Nigeria seek to rebuild confidence in their respective teams with as many games as possible.

The Super Eagles are a bit depleted for Tuesday’s tie but some see it as a perfect window for coach Jose Peseiro to acquaint himself with new options.

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Kickoff at the Olympic Stadium is at 8 p.m..