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Algeria in this years tournament looked great so far. Although they are yet to reach the finals of tournament, one might concluded that they have won the ultimate prize. They have collected 9 points from group stages without conceding a goal in the process. The only goal they conceded in the tournament came in the game between Ivory Coast when the played 1-1 and went to extra time then won 4-3 on penalties. Algeria have been very stubborn at their back allowing only 1 goal in their net. Their defensive set up is massive. However, Nigeria have not badly performed in the tournament thus far. They scooped 6 points from group stages. Their only upset in the competition was when they lost 2-0 to the tournament newbies Madagascar in the third group game. Nigeria came back strongly in the round of 16 against Cameroon and defeated them 3-2 not forgetting Cameroon are the defending champions. So far, Nigeria have conceded 5 goals in the tournament 4 more than Algeria. Nigeria w...