Nigeria edge Jamaica 5-4 on penalties to lift Unity Cup
The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Jamaica 5-4 on penalties to win the Unity Cup in London on Saturday.
Moses Simon and Samuel Chukwueze scored for Nigeria in each half, as the match ended in a 2–2 draw before proceeding to a penalty shootout.
The Super Eagles scored all five spot kicks to ensure victory in the game played at Brentford Community Stadium in London.
This year’s tournament featured four teams, including Nigeria, Ghana, Jamaica, and Trinidad & Tobago.
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The match was organized to foster unity and pride among the African and Caribbean diasporas in London.
This year’s event marked the return of the tournament after its last occurrence in 2004. The Super Eagles are Champions of the third edition of the Unity Cup, lifting the cup in 2002, 2004 and 2025.
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