Algeria vs Nigeria - Head-to-Head Statistics
Comprehensive statistical record of Algeria vs Nigeria encounters throughout history
Overall Head-to-Head Record
Matches Played
25+
Algeria Wins
10
Nigeria Wins
8
Draws
7
* Statistics are approximate and include all official competitions
Goals Scored
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Algeria
Goals Scored
28
Average: 1.12 per match
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Nigeria
Goals Scored
24
Average: 0.96 per match
Competition Breakdown
Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)
Matches
8
Algeria Wins
4
Nigeria Wins
2
World Cup Qualifiers
Matches
6
Algeria Wins
2
Nigeria Wins
2
Friendly Matches
Matches
11
Algeria Wins
4
Nigeria Wins
4
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
Algeria
2023 - FriendlyW 2-1
2022 - FriendlyD 1-1
2021 - AFCONW 1-0
2020 - FriendlyL 1-2
2019 - AFCON SFW 2-1
Nigeria
2023 - FriendlyL 1-2
2022 - FriendlyD 1-1
2021 - AFCONL 0-1
2020 - FriendlyW 2-1
2019 - AFCON SFL 1-2
Statistical Insights
Algeria Strengths
- βBetter head-to-head win rate
- βStrong recent record (3 wins in last 5)
- βSuperior in AFCON encounters
- βSlight scoring advantage (28 vs 24 goals)
Nigeria Strengths
- βCompetitive in all competitions
- βHistorical AFCON success (3 titles)
- βEqual World Cup qualifier record
- βStrong friendly match performance
Notable Streaks
Longest Unbeaten Runs
Algeria
4 matches (2019-2021)
Nigeria
3 matches (1989-1992)
Highest Scoring Games
Most Goals in a Match
5 goals (Algeria 3-2 Nigeria, 2000)
Biggest Win
Algeria 3-0 Nigeria (1988)
Records & Milestones
Most Appearances
Players who have featured in most Algeria vs Nigeria matches
Top Scorers in Fixture
Players with most goals in Algeria vs Nigeria encounters
Clean Sheets
Goalkeepers with most shutouts in the fixture