Nigeria : Super Eagles Dare Atlas Lions

The Super Eagles of Nigeria, three-time Africa Cup of Nations champions, face tournament host Morocco, in the semifinals of the ongoing AFCON on January 14, 2026. According to information posted on the official website of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Nigeria's campaign has been nothing short of dominant; with a blend of class, character, and charisma. "There is every reason for Morocco’s Atlas Lions to enter panic mode as they face confrontation with the very efficient Nigerian machine in the last four," the NFF stated. “The Super Eagles are not here in the North African Kingdom for a picnic," the federation added. The team has racked up 16 goals across five matches; bearing the unmistakable stamp of seamless teamwork; clinical finishing, midfield mastery, and unyielding defense.
Admittedly, Nigeria will miss captain Wilfred Ndidi due to suspension, but the NFF believes the midfield engine room remains fortified. Raphael Onyedika and Frank Onyeka br...