Unity Cup 2026: Femi Azeez’s double against Zimbabwe secures Super Eagles a place in the final

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Femi Azeez double vs Zimbabwe seals final berth for Super Eagles

Millwall winger Femi Azeez was the standout player for Eric Chelle’s side as the Super Eagles secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Zimbabwe in the Unity Cup semi‑final, Afrik Foot reports.

Nigeria’s coach gave first starts to Arthur Okonkwo, Oputa Chibueze, Kenneth Igboke, and Femi Azeez.

Femi Azeez of Nigeria scores to make it 1-0 during the Unity Cup 2026 Semi-Finals match between Nigeria and Zimbabwe at The Valley in London, United Kingdom, on May 26, 2026

How Femi Azeez helped the Super Eagles of Nigeria defeat Zimbabwe

The team needed time to find its rhythm, as many players were appearing together for the first time. Early mispasses and mistimed tackles marred the opening five minutes.

Everything changed when Femi Azeez struck in the sixth minute.

Nigeria forward Femi Azeez celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal during the Unity Cup

Good hold‑up play from Terem Moffi helped Nigeria gain momentum in the Zimbabwe box. The Liga Portugal winner laid the ball into Azeez’s path before the Millwall winger’s first‑time effort beat Zimbabwe’s Sibanda.

What a goal! pic.twitter.com/idC9qQZbEL

— Soar Super Eagles (@SSE_NGA) May 26, 2026

The Warriors responded with intricate build‑up passes, but their decision‑making in the final third was poor.

With Arthur Okonkwo rarely tested in the Nigerian goal, Zimbabwe’s wastefulness was punished in the second half, three minutes after the hour mark by Femi Azeez.

Femi Azeez of Nigeria scores to make it 1-0 during the Unity Cup 2026 Semi-Finals

Philipp Otele ran down Nigeria’s left flank before playing Terem Moffi in. The OGC Nice loanee then set up Femi Azeez for his second goal of the game.

Brilliant work from Terem Moffi before laying it on a plate for Femi Azeez to grab his second of the night. #NGAZIM #UnityCup pic.twitter.com/0eUYlcFyI7

— Soar Super Eagles (@SSE_NGA) May 26, 2026

Nigeria will now face the winners of the semi‑final between India and Jamaica tomorrow.

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Adefolahan is a CAF‑Accredited sports journalist and football writer whose work spans outlets like Soccernet Nigeria, Afrik Foot, Pure Football UK, and Royalsportz.

With a sharp eye for detail and a background in college sports, he tells the African football story with depth, flair, and global perspective.

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