Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has light-heartedly admitted being “afraid” of Nigeria’s Super Eagles following their impressive goal-scoring run at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Speaking to reporters during his post-match interview on Friday, the Algerian skipper reacted to Nigeria’s tally of 12 goals so far in the tournament, ahead of Saturday evening’s quarter-final showdown between both sides.
The former Manchester City winger praised the Super Eagles’ attacking strength but remained confident in Algeria’s own quality.
“Nigeria have scored 12 goals, I am afraid,” Mahrez said jokingly.
“They have scored many goals in this competition and they have a very good attack, I cannot deny that. But tomorrow is another day.
“It’s a football game, we also have quality in our team, and I believe it will be a very good match on Saturday.”
