Nigeria's Golden Arrows Beat Algeria 25-23 in Handball

Nigeria's handball team is proving that 2026 belongs to the Golden Arrows. The squad secured a nail-biting 25-23 victory over Algeria at the 27th Africa Men's Handball Nations Cup in Kigali, Rwanda, giving fans another reason to celebrate Nigerian sports.

Playing at the Petit Stade, the Golden Arrows showed impressive control from the opening whistle. They built a confident 16-13 halftime lead and held their composure to close out the match against a determined Algerian side.

The win places Nigeria in a strong position in Group A, which includes host nation Rwanda and Zambia. More than just bragging rights, this tournament serves as qualification for the 2027 World Men's Handball Championship in Germany, making every match count.

This marks the second time in two weeks that Nigeria has defeated Algeria in international competition. The Super Eagles recently beat the North Africans 2-0 in the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinals, showing Nigerian teams are hitting their stride across multiple sports.

The Ripple Effect

Nigeria's sporting success is creating waves of national pride and inspiration. Para-badminton player Eniola Bolaji recently won gold at the Egypt Para Badminton International, while the Super Eagles secured bronze at AFCON after their impressive tournament run.

The Golden Arrows face Zambia next on Thursday at 1:00pm in their second group match. With momentum on their side and qualification for the world championship within reach, the team is positioned to continue building on Nigeria's remarkable start to the year.

Young athletes across Nigeria now have fresh heroes to look up to, proof that dedication and teamwork can put their nation on the global sports map.