US EditionGhana/Nigeria: Unity Cup - Nigeria's Super Eagles Overcome Ghana, to Face Jamaica in Final
- Nigeria's Super Eagles secured a 2-1 win over Ghana in the Unity Cup semi-final held on Wednesday evening at a venue in West London.
- The historic rivalry known as the 'Jollof Derby' fueled the match, with thousands of diaspora fans attending in West London.
- Cyriel Dessers opened scoring in the 14th minute and Ghana's Razak Simpson scored an own goal to give Nigeria a 2-0 lead before Ghana pulled one back in the 70th minute.
- The match ended 2-1 after Nigeria’s goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, made a crucial save in the 87th minute, helping Nigeria advance to face Jamaica in the final scheduled for Saturday.
- The Super Eagles gained confidence ahead of World Cup qualifiers, while Ghana showed promise despite the defeat and will face Trinidad and Tobago for third place.
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Super Eagles edge Ghana 2-1 in Unity Cup Showdown - Daily Trust
Following an electrifying Caribbean clash that opened the Unity Cup on Tuesday, West African rivals Ghana and Nigeria delivered their own spectacle yesterday. The Super Eagles emerged victorious with a thrilling 2-1 win at the Gtech Community Stadium in Brentford, England. Fielding a more experienced squad featuring several Nigeria Premier Football League players, Nigeria took early control against a youthful and less seasoned Ghanaian side. Rem…
Unity Cup: Nigeria's Super Eagles overcome Ghana, to face Jamaica in final
Goals from Cyriel Dessers and an own goal by Ghana’s Razak Simpson secured the win, earning Nigeria a place in Saturday’s final against Jamaica. The post Unity Cup: Nigeria’s Super Eagles overcome Ghana, to face Jamaica in final appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Coach Chelle Leads Nigeria to Victory Over Ghana, Promises Unstoppable Team Transformation
Nigeria’s Stellar Victory Over Ghana: Coach Chelle’s Vision Unfolds In a thrilling showdown at the 2025 Unity Cup, Nigeria emerged victorious against their longtime rivals, Ghana, with a 2-1 win that left fans on the edge of their seats. Coach Eric Chelle, the mastermind behind the Super Eagles’ triumph, expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance while emphasizing that Nigeria is still a work in progress. The match, held at the Gtech Com…
LONDON: GHANA FALLS TO NIGERIA IN UNITY CUP – GhanaSports Online
A nervy first half saw Nigeria take the lead through Cyriel Dessers, who scored inside the opening quarter of an hour. The Super Eagles doubled their lead as Seyi Ajayi’s header went in off Razak Simpson for an own goal. A brilliant save from Benjamin Asare and a clearance off the line denied Wilfried Ndidi from scoring a third before halftime. Brandon Thomas Asante found himself in a good place to connect and score with Ebenezer Annan’s cross, …
“They did well” – Bismark Kobbie Mensah applauds Black Stars’ effort in Unity Cup defeat to Nigeria
Former Black Galaxies assistant coach Bismark Kobbie Mensah has praised the Black Stars for their performance despite a 2-1 defeat to Nigeria in their Unity Cup semi-final clash on Wednesday night. Ghana came up short at the Gtech Community Stadium, with goals from Cyriel Dessers and a deflected own goal by Razak Simpson giving Nigeria a 2-0 lead. Substitute Brandon Thomas-Asante struck late to pull one back for Ghana, but it wasn’t enough to av…
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