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Mahrez Jokingly Admits to Fear as Eagles' Potent Attack Looms Over Algeria

Mahrez Jokingly Admits to Fear as Eagles' Potent Attack Looms Over Algeria

Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez joked about fearing Nigeria's potent attack ahead of Saturday's Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash in Marrakech.

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Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has joked that he's afraid of Nigeria's potent attack ahead of Saturday's Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash in Marrakech, despite his team having the quality to compete. This comes as Algerian players prepare for a tough test against one of the tournament's top contenders.

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