Story byCAN 2025: Algeria smiles ahead of NigeriaFoot AfricaFri, January 9, 2026 at 11:50 AM UTC·1 min readWith just forty-eight hours to go before a crucial CAN 2025 quarter-final against Nigeria, Algeria is fine-tuning its preparations without rushing. Thursday’s training session focused on technical and tactical adjustments, with a controlled workload to conserve the squad’s energy after a demanding run of matches. The coaching staff prioritized precision and repetition of tactical patterns, all in a studious atmosphere. The main highlight of the session was the return of Samir Chergui, who rejoined the group after several days out following his injury against Burkina Faso.