Who would win if they met today?
Match averages
Biggest wins
All meetings (8)
By venue
Competitions faced in
CAF Africa Cup of Nations
FIFA World Cup qualification (CAF)
International Friendly
Year-by-year
| Year | Nigeria | D | Algeria |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
About this head-to-head
Nigeria and Algeria have met 8 times on record. Nigeria lead with 4 wins, Algeria have won 3 times and the two clubs have drawn 1 match between them. Their first recorded meeting was on 04 September 2005.
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Across their recorded meetings, Nigeria have found the net 14 times against Algeria, while Algeria have scored 9 times in reply — a combined 23 goals shared between the two sides. Their most recent fixture was played on 10 January 2026, the latest chapter in a rivalry stretching back to 2005. Follow every upcoming Nigeria versus Algeria clash on SportScore for live scores, starting lineups, minute-by-minute commentary and a head-to-head record that updates automatically once the full-time whistle blows.
Nigeria vs Algeria — head-to-head FAQ
How many times have Nigeria and Algeria played each other?
Nigeria and Algeria have met 8 times on record, with the first meeting on 04 September 2005.
Who has won more, Nigeria or Algeria?
Nigeria have the edge with 4 wins to Algeria's 3, with 1 draw between them.
How many goals are scored when Nigeria play Algeria?
Their meetings produce 2.88 goals per game on average, and both teams have scored in 62% of them.