AFCON 2025: Nigeria face Osimhen and bonus questions ahead of Algeria clash

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by News AgenciesJanuary 9, 2026 at 05:09 PM

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Ahead of their AFCON 2025 quarterfinal match against Algeria in Marrakesh, Nigeria's national team is facing internal challenges. Reports have surfaced regarding unpaid bonuses owed to players for their previous four wins, allegedly leading to threats of refusing to train or travel. Coach Eric Chelle declined to comment on the bonus situation, deferring questions to the Nigeria Football Federation. Additionally, there are reports of a potential conflict between star striker Victor Osimhen and teammate Ademola Lookman, though Chelle downplayed the issue, emphasizing teamwork. The NFF also still has a vacancy for the head coach position, despite having appointed Chelle over a year ago. Nigeria will face Algeria in Marrakesh.

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Mozambique 30% Ademola Lookman ×240% Marrakesh ×350% Nigeria Football Federation 60% Africa Cup of Nations ×370% Eric Chelle ×675% Algeria ×480% Victor Osimhen ×585% Nigeria ×690%

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afcon 2025 100% nigeria 90% algeria 80% victor osimhen 80% unpaid bonuses 70% internal strife 60% eric chelle 50% nigeria football federation 50% teamwork 40%