Unity Cup final: Five things we learned from Super Eagles' shootout win against the Reggae Boyz
Published: May 31, 2025
Nigeria retained the Unity Cup tournament on Saturday following a victory over Jamaica on penalties at the Gtech Community stadium.The Super Eagles played out a 2-2 draw in regulation time but triumphed 5-4 in the penalty shootout to retain the tournament title.Allnigeriasoccer.com presents five observations from the m...
Jamaica 2 Nigeria 2 (4-5 on pens): Simon, Chukwueze on target; debut boy Uche scores winning penalty
Published: May 31, 2025
Nigeria claimed the Unity Cup title with a dramatic 5-4 penalty shootout win over Jamaica after a thrilling 2-2 draw in regulation time at the Gtech Community Stadium in London.The Super Eagles got off to a dream start, taking the lead inside the opening minutes through Moses Simon. But Jamaica responded immediately, ...
'Jamaica has a great team' - Eric Chelle urges Super Eagles to stay sharp in Unity Cup final
Published: May 31, 2025
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has called on his players to stay focused as they prepare to face Jamaica in the final match of the 2025 Unity Cup in London.Speaking to Nigerian journalist Austin Okon Akpan, Chelle acknowledged the quality of the Jamaican team and stressed the importance of maintaining sharpness. �...
'This is why' - Eric Chelle explains why Arsenal alum did not play the full game against Ghana
Published: May 31, 2025
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has revealed why Semi Ajayi did not complete the full 90 minutes during Nigeria’s 2-1 victory over Ghana in the opening match of the 2025 Unity Cup.Ajayi, a former Arsenal U21 captain, was a surprise inclusion in the starting XI given his recent injury woes.The West Brom defender missed...
Four scandals involving Nigerian football players
Published: May 31, 2025
Nigerian football has enjoyed a storied history, with the country producing some of Africa’s most talented and internationally celebrated players. However, fame and fortune can sometimes come with controversy. Many of these footballers have found themselves caught up in all sorts of scandals over the years, from stea...
Camp update: Getafe's Uche trains with Super Eagles in London before Unity Cup final
Published: May 30, 2025
Getafe midfielder Chrisantus Uche has finally joined the Super Eagles camp in London ahead of the Unity Cup final against Jamaica, following an earlier delay due to visa issues, allnigeriasoccer.com reports.Uche trained with the team on Friday and was officially welcomed later that evening in the traditional initiation...
'I'm not the coach' - Eric Chelle shuts down question on Reggae Boyz, focused on Super Eagles
Published: May 30, 2025
Nigeria’s head coach Eric Chelle says his full attention is on his own squad as they prepare to face Jamaica's Reggae Boyz in the Unity Cup final on Saturday.Speaking during the pre-match press conference, Chelle declined to speak about the opposing team, stressing his focus is solely on Nigeria’s performance."I do...
'It hurts' - Belgium-eligible Rangers striker eager to play cap-tying game for Super Eagles
Published: May 30, 2025
Rangers striker Cyriel Dessers has expressed his disappointment at not yet making a cap-tying appearance for Nigeria, despite being involved with the Super Eagles setup since 2020.Dessers made his international debut in a friendly against Tunisia in October 2020 and has since featured seven times for Nigeria — all in...
'No such thing as a friendly when playing for Nigeria' – Moses Simon fires warning to Jamaica
Published: May 30, 2025
Nigeria forward Moses Simon has expressed excitement and confidence ahead of Saturday’s Unity Cup final against Jamaica in London. Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Simon said the tournament has been a refreshing experience and promised that the Super Eagles are fully prepared."I feel good. It’s my first...
'He did well' - Ex-Real Madrid star hails Super Eagles striker Dessers ahead of Unity Cup showpiece
Published: May 30, 2025
Former Real Madrid midfielder, Mutiu Adepoju, has lavished praise on Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers, backing him for a standout performance in the upcoming Unity Cup final against Jamaica on Saturday.Dessers was instrumental in Nigeria’s 2-1 semi final victory over Ghana at the Gtech Community Stadium on Wednesd...
Every word Flying Eagles coach said on search for a finisher, creative midfielder, opponents, friendlies & more
Published: May 30, 2025
Flying Eagles head coach Aliyu Zubairu has provided insight into Nigeria's preparations for the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile, following the official draw released on Friday in Santiago.Nigeria has been placed in Group F alongside Norway, Colombia, and Saudi Arabia, a grouping some observers have labelled "relative...
'A lot of power and strength' – Norway coach warns of Flying Eagles physical threat ahead of World Cup
Published: May 30, 2025
Norway’s U-20 head coach, Bjørn Johansen, has highlighted the physical strength of Nigeria’s Flying Eagles as one of the major factors his team will have to contend with at the upcoming 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile.Following the official draw held in Santiago on Friday, Nigeria was placed in Group F alongside...
Caught on cam: Award-winning Brentford CB trains with mentor Moses Simon before Jamaica v Nigeria
Published: May 30, 2025
Nigerian international Moses Simon was joined by his protege, Benjamin Fredrick, during Super Eagles training in London ahead of Saturday’s Unity Cup final against Jamaica.Fredrick, an 20-year-old centre-back who plays for the development squad of English Premier League side Brentford, is a graduate of the Simoiben F...
Visa issues: Eric Chelle awaits Getafe's Uche in London, Obasogie to join Super Eagles in Moscow
Published: May 29, 2025
Allnigeriasoccer.com can report with certainty that versatile Getafe midfielder Christantus Uche remains in Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle's plans amid speculation in the local media that he has been blacklisted for missing camp ahead of Wednesday’s friendly against the Black Stars. Uche, 22, enjoyed a breakout se...
'Best feeling ever' - Igoh Ogbu reflects on Super Eagles debut, pays homage to Taribo West
Published: May 29, 2025
Super Eagles newcomer Igho Ogbu expressed immense pride and gratitude following Nigeria’s hard-fought 2-1 win against Ghana in the Unity Cup game on Wednesday.The match marked a significant milestone in Ogbu’s career as he made his senior national team debut.Speaking after the game, Ogbu described the experience as...