Nigeria’s Super Eagles booked their place in the final of the 2026 Unity Cup after a solid 2 0 win over Zimbabwe in London on Tuesday night, with debutant Femi Azeez stealing the spotlight.
The Millwall winger made an instant impact on his first senior appearance, finding the net in the opening minutes with a composed finish that set the tone for the rest of the game. He returned in the second half to complete his brace in the 63rd minute, wrapping up a confident display.
From start to finish, Nigeria controlled proceedings, keeping possession for long spells and creating the clearer chances. Zimbabwe struggled to break through a well organised Super Eagles defence and were largely restricted to half chances throughout the match.
Head coach Eric Chelle praised the team’s performance after the final whistle, noting the strong contribution of new players who were handed opportunities during the tournament and responded with confidence.
The win also carries added significance as it marks Nigeria’s first victory over Zimbabwe in recent meetings, after several drawn encounters between both sides.
For Femi Azeez, the night was a breakthrough moment. The 24 year old, who enjoyed a strong season with Millwall in the English Championship, now steps onto the international stage with a standout performance that is likely to boost his profile further ahead of the upcoming transfer window.
Nigeria now awaits the winner of the second semi final clash between India and Jamaica, which will determine their opponent in the final scheduled for Wednesday.
