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Ghana/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 Wednesday evening at Brentford's Gtech Community Stadium in England.
- The match featured a historic rivalry dubbed the 'Jollof Derby' and saw Nigeria field a more experienced squad while Ghana's younger team pushed hard for a comeback.
- Cyriel Dessers opened the scoring in the 14th minute with a precise finish, and Ghana’s Razak Simpson contributed an own goal to give Nigeria a 2-0 lead before Brandon Thomas-Asante scored for Ghana in the 70th minute.
- Ghana pushed hard for an equalizer late in the match, but Stanley Nwabali's key save in the 87th minute ensured Nigeria's victory and secured their spot in the final match scheduled for Saturday versus Jamaica.
- The Super Eagles' victory provides a confidence boost ahead of upcoming World Cup Qualifiers, while Ghana's late fightback suggests promise despite their defeat in this cultural celebration match.
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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.
Leicester City Internationals and Ex Men Competing Globally
Embed from Getty Images A number of Leicester players and ex men are out on international duty the next weeks. We will keep you up to date with the happenings. Nigeria and Ghana started the show on Wednesday, playing each other in a friendly at the Brentford stadium in London. Wilfred Ndidi, Ahmed Musa and Kelechi Iheanacho were all on the field for Nigeria. Ghana had Jordan Ayew in their line-up. The result, a 2-1 win for Nigeria. Ayew had a ma…
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, …
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