Nigeria’s national football team will aim to successfully defend their Unity Cup crown when they face the Jamaica national football team in Saturday’s final in London, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Although the Super Eagles are not among the African nations participating at next month’s FIFA Club World Cup, victory over Jamaica would hand Éric Chelle’s side another international title and continue Nigeria’s dominance in the invitational competition.

However, preparations for the final have been affected by the delayed arrival of captain Wilfred Ndidi, vice-captain Moses Simon and striker Akor Adams, who were still absent from camp as of Thursday night.

The trio missed training at Cray Valley and are expected to join the squad ahead of the team’s official session at The Valley, home of Charlton Athletic F.C..

Nigeria head into the final full of confidence after an under-strength side defeated Zimbabwe national football team 2-0 in the semi-final on Tuesday.

The victory further strengthened Chelle’s belief in the quality of the experimental squad assembled for the tournament.

Much attention will again focus on Femi Azeez after the Millwall winger scored both goals against Zimbabwe on his Super Eagles debut.

The 24-year-old has already generated excitement among supporters and observers, with many tipping him as a strong attacking option for the national team going forward.

Nigeria and Jamaica also met in the 2025 Unity Cup final, where the match ended 2-2 before the Super Eagles triumphed 5-4 on penalties to retain the title they previously won in 2002 and 2004.

The first edition of the competition in 2002 saw Nigeria defeat Jamaica 1-0 through a goal from former U-17 captain James Obiorah.

In 2004, Nigeria again emerged champions, with Bartholomew Ogbeche finishing as the tournament’s top scorer, while Obafemi Martins also announced himself by scoring on his senior debut for the Super Eagles.

Chelle is expected to continue experimenting with his squad in Saturday’s final, with Arthur Okonkwo likely to retain his place in goal after keeping a clean sheet against Zimbabwe.

The defensive quartet of Chibueze Oputa, Chibuike Nwaiwu, Igoh Ogbu and Obinna Igbokwe are also expected to keep their spots following an impressive display in the semi-final.

In midfield, Tochukwu Nnadi could again combine with Alhassan Yusuf and Samson Tijani, while Terem Moffi, Philip Otele and Azeez are likely to lead the attack.

Goalkeeper Francis Uzoho, midfielder Tosin Oyedokun and forwards Owen Oseni and Rafiu Durosinmi are also available after making encouraging contributions off the bench against Zimbabwe.

Rudolph Speid has invited teenage defender Dante Plunkett to the Jamaica national football team squad ahead of the Unity Cup final against Nigeria’s Super Eagles, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The 18-year-old has received his maiden senior national team invitation and is expected to join the Reggae Boyz for Friday’s training session in London.

Plunkett joined Manchester United F.C. in 2024 after impressing during a trial spell with the Premier League giants.

The left-back featured 15 times for Manchester United’s U-18 team during the 2025/26 season across all competitions.

Before moving to Old Trafford, the youngster previously spent time with Aston Villa F.C.

Jamaica will take on the Nigeria national football team in the final of the Unity Cup at The Valley on Saturday night.

Both countries met in last year’s final, where the game ended 2-2 before Nigeria triumphed 5-4 on penalties to retain the trophy they previously won in 2002 and 2004.

The Reggae Boyz will now be hoping to gain revenge when they face Éric Chelle’s side in another highly anticipated showdown.

Jamaica reached the final after defeating India national football team 2-0 in the semi-final, while Nigeria also secured a 2-0 victory over Zimbabwe national football team.

The Nigeria Football Federation has announced the fixtures for the Women’s Round of 16 matches in the 2026 President Federation Cup, with several mouthwatering encounters scheduled to take place across different centres on June 2, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

One of the standout fixtures will see former champions Rivers Angels F.C. face Abia Angels F.C. in Eket, Akwa Ibom State, with kick-off slated for 4pm.

In Akure, FC Robo Queens will battle Remo Stars Ladies F.C. in a South-West derby scheduled for 1pm.

Ahudiyannem Queens F.C. will take on Heartland Queens F.C. in Enugu, while Ibom Angels F.C. are set to clash with Bayelsa Queens F.C. in Awka.

Elsewhere, Plateau United Queens F.C. will confront Sunshine Queens F.C. in Abuja, while Confluence Queens F.C. square up against Esthington FC Women in Enugu.

Defending champions Edo Queens F.C. will face rivals Delta Queens F.C. in another highly anticipated encounter in Awka.

In Kaduna, Naija Ratels F.C. will battle Nasarawa Amazons F.C. in the final fixture of the round.

Full Fixtures

Rivers Angels F.C. vs Abia Angels F.C. — Eket, Akwa Ibom State (4pm)

FC Robo Queens vs Remo Stars Ladies F.C. — Akure (1pm)

Ahudiyannem Queens F.C. vs Heartland Queens F.C. — Enugu (1pm)

Ibom Angels F.C. vs Bayelsa Queens F.C. — Awka (1pm)

Plateau United Queens F.C. vs Sunshine Queens F.C. — Abuja (4pm)

Confluence Queens F.C. vs Esthington FC Women — Enugu (4pm)

Delta Queens F.C. vs Edo Queens F.C. — Awka (4pm)

Naija Ratels F.C. vs Nasarawa Amazons F.C. — Kaduna (4pm)

Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi, vice-captain Moses Simon and striker Akor Adams are yet to arrive at Nigeria’s training camp in London ahead of Saturday’s Unity Cup final against Jamaica, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The trio are among the senior players invited for the tournament and were also included in Nigeria’s squad for next month’s international friendlies against the Poland national football team and Portugal national football team.

Despite the Super Eagles already stepping up preparations in London, the players have not reported to camp, creating uncertainty over their availability for the final clash.

“They have not joined camp yet. I don’t know when they will,” a team official told SCORENigeria.

Nigeria will take on the Jamaica national football team in a repeat of the 2025 Unity Cup final, with an experimental Super Eagles squad expected to be led by Terem Moffi.

Éric Chelle’s side secured a place in the final after defeating Zimbabwe 2-0 in the first semi-final courtesy of a brace from Femi Azeez.

Jamaica also recorded a 2-0 victory over India national football team in the second semi-final on Wednesday to set up another meeting with the three-time African champions.

While Nigeria will be aiming to retain the Unity Cup title they won in 2025, Jamaica will be hoping to end the Super Eagles’ dominance in the competition.

Premier League side Fulham F.C. have reportedly opted not to activate the €24 million buy-option for Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze, meaning the Super Eagles star will return to AC Milan at the end of his loan spell, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

According to Italian outlet Tuttomercato, the West London club will allow the season-long loan to expire without pursuing a permanent transfer for the 27-year-old.

Chukwueze contributed three goals and four assists in all competitions during his time at Craven Cottage, offering useful depth and attacking options on the flanks throughout the campaign.

While his performances were considered steady and effective in spells, Fulham’s management have ultimately decided against committing to the full transfer fee.

The Nigerian international, who previously starred for Villarreal CF before joining AC Milan in 2023, is now expected to return to Italy for pre-season preparations with his parent club.

However, his long-term future at the San Siro remains uncertain, with several European clubs reportedly monitoring developments ahead of the summer transfer window.

Chukwueze’s pace, dribbling ability, and experience across Europe’s top leagues are expected to keep him in demand as the transfer market progresses.

English Championship side Millwall F.C. have reportedly rejected a fresh £20 million bid from Premier League club Ipswich Town F.C. for Super Eagles winger Femi Azeez, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Azeez enjoyed an outstanding campaign with Millwall during the 2025/26 season, registering 11 goals and eight assists in 35 Championship appearances to emerge as one of the club’s standout performers.

The 24-year-old further boosted his growing reputation after switching international allegiance from England to Nigeria, scoring twice on his Super Eagles debut in Tuesday’s 2-0 Unity Cup semi-final victory over Zimbabwe in London.

Ipswich had previously shown interest in the winger during the January transfer window, but Millwall resisted attempts to lure the player away from The Den.

According to reports from Football Insider via Football League World, the latest offer from the Tractor Boys has also been turned down, with Millwall believed to value the Nigerian attacker closer to £30 million.

Comfortable operating from the right wing and cutting inside onto his stronger left foot, Azeez has attracted attention for his pace, creativity, and direct attacking style.

With his contract running until the summer of 2028, Millwall remain in a strong negotiating position and are under no immediate pressure to sell one of their most valuable assets.

It remains unclear whether Ipswich manager Kieran McKenna and the club hierarchy will be willing to meet Millwall’s valuation, with negotiations expected to continue over the coming weeks.

Azeez is also expected to feature for the Super Eagles in Saturday’s Unity Cup final against Jamaica after his match-winning display against Zimbabwe helped Nigeria secure a place in the final.

The Reggae Boyz of Jamaica have booked a place in the final of the 2026 Unity Cup after defeating India 2-0 in Wednesday’s second semi-final encounter in London, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Goals from Clarke Courtney and Kaheim Dixon secured victory for the Caribbean side, who will now face Nigeria’s Super Eagles in Saturday’s final.

Courtney opened the scoring early in the eighth minute before Dixon sealed the victory late in the second half to send Jamaica into the title decider.

The Super Eagles had earlier secured their place in the final following a 2-0 win over Zimbabwe, with debutant Femi Azeez scoring both goals for Éric Chelle’s side.

Saturday’s final will be a repeat of the 2025 Unity Cup showpiece, where Nigeria defeated Jamaica 5-4 on penalties after regulation time ended 2-2.

While the Super Eagles will be chasing a fourth Unity Cup title, Jamaica will be aiming to win the competition for the first time.

India and Zimbabwe will now face each other in the third-place playoff, which is also scheduled for Saturday in London.

Nigeria international Terem Moffi is reportedly attracting interest from French side ES Troyes AC and Serbian giants FK Partizan as uncertainty grows over his future ahead of the summer transfer window, reports NigeriaSoccernet.com.

The Super Eagles forward, who is currently with Nigeria at the Unity Cup in London, ended the season on loan at FC Porto, where he contributed to their Portuguese league title-winning campaign. However, the Portuguese club have decided against making the move permanent, leaving his parent club OGC Nice facing a decision over his next step.

Moffi’s situation has opened the door for multiple suitors across Europe, with reports also linking him in the past to clubs in the Premier League, Serie A, and Turkey. Despite a challenging spell in recent months, he remains one of Nigeria’s most experienced forwards in Europe, with a strong scoring record in Ligue 1 built over several seasons.

The 27-year-old now returns to the transfer market as clubs weigh up a potential move for the striker ahead of the new season.

The Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) has confirmed Port Harcourt as the host city for the 2026 Premiership Super Six, marking the first time Rivers State will stage the season-ending championship.

The tournament will run from June 5 to June 14, 2026, bringing together six top clubs competing for the league title at the end of the 2025/26 season.

Defending champions Bayelsa Queens headline the qualified teams, alongside Edo Queens, Rivers Angels, FC Robo Queens, Nasarawa Amazons, and Abia Angels, who will be making their debut at this stage.

The NWFL noted that the Super Six continues to showcase competitive balance in the women’s league, with four different champions in the last five seasons. The competition winner will go on to represent Nigeria in the WAFU-B qualifiers for a place in the CAF Women’s Champions League pathway.

League officials also highlighted Port Harcourt’s strong track record in hosting football events, adding that preparations are already underway for a smooth and professional tournament experience.

Former Sam Sodje has described Femi Azeez as a future star for the Nigeria national football team following the winger’s impressive debut against Zimbabwe in the Unity Cup, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Azeez, who was born in England to a Nigerian father and Spanish mother, enjoyed a memorable first appearance for the Super Eagles after scoring both goals in Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over the Zimbabwe national football team on Tuesday night.

The win secured Nigeria’s place in Saturday’s Unity Cup final, where they will face either Jamaica national football team or India national football team.

Several other players also made their senior debuts during the encounter, including Arthur Okonkwo, Rafiu Durosinmi, Owen Oseni, Aderemi Adeoye, Obinna Igbokwe, and Chibueze Oputa.

Reacting to the performance, Sodje praised head coach Éric Chelle for using the tournament to test new players and expand the national team pool.

“They all played well. It was a good run-out for the players, especially the new players making their debuts,” Sodje said during an interview with BRILA FM.

“The manager did really well to give a lot of good players the opportunity to make their debuts.”

Sodje singled out Azeez for special praise, describing the Millwall F.C. winger as a player capable of becoming an important figure for the Super Eagles in the future.

“He’s definitely one for the future. Hopefully, we will see more of him when the big boys like Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman return,” he added.

“I know how good a player he is. I played in the Championship before, and I know how difficult the league is. For him to score goals at that level and now for the national team shows his quality.”

Sodje also suggested Azeez’s performance could attract interest from bigger clubs as his profile continues to rise following his standout display in London.

Éric Chelle has challenged his players to improve further despite the Nigeria national football team securing an impressive 2-0 victory over the Zimbabwe national football team in the semi-final of the Unity Cup in London, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The Super Eagles booked their place in Saturday’s final at The Valley thanks to a brilliant brace from debutant Femi Azeez.

The 24-year-old Millwall F.C. winger gave Nigeria the lead after only five minutes, finishing off a swift attacking move with a powerful left-footed strike beyond Zimbabwe goalkeeper Future Sibanda.

Nigeria continued to dominate for long periods of the encounter, with Alhassan Yusuf, Tochukwu Nnadi, and Philip Otele all coming close to extending the lead.

Azeez eventually grabbed his second goal in the 62nd minute after another flowing move involving Otele and Terem Moffi, who provided the assist for both goals.

Despite the comfortable victory, Chelle insisted the performance still showed areas for improvement as he continues to build the team.

“This is only a friendly game. This is not the World Cup qualifier. They need to work hard,” Chelle said after the game.

“They need to try to understand what I want, what the technical staff wants, and the high level is difficult.”

The Malian tactician also pointed out that the team made several avoidable mistakes in possession and revealed that those issues would be addressed during training sessions ahead of the final.

“You see, we made some mistakes with the ball. For sure, tomorrow we will work on it during training,” he added.

Nigeria will now face either Jamaica national football team or India national football team in Saturday’s final as the Super Eagles continue preparations for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

A brilliant brace from debutant Femi Azeez inspired the Nigeria national football team to a 2-0 victory over the Zimbabwe national football team in the semi-final of the 2026 Unity Cup in London, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The victory marked Nigeria’s first win over Zimbabwe since their 2-0 success at the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.

Zimbabwe is also still searching for another victory against the Super Eagles since defeating Nigeria 2-0 in a friendly encounter back in 1981.

Azeez, who plays for Millwall F.C., scored in each half to send Eric Chelle’s side into Saturday’s final, where they will face either Jamaica national football team or India national football team.

The 24-year-old winger opened the scoring in the fifth minute after firing a low left-footed shot into the net following a neat lay-off from Terem Moffi.

Azeez completed his brace in the 63rd minute after another assist from Moffi, calmly slotting home from close range after the Super Eagles broke quickly down the left flank.

Head coach Éric Chelle handed four players their debuts in the starting lineup, including goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo, Chibueze Oputa, Obinna Igbokwe, and match-winner Azeez.

Also named in the starting eleven were Alhassan Yusuf, Tochukwu Nnadi, Philip Otele, Samson Tijani, Chibuike Nwaiwu, and Igoh Ogbu.

Aderemi Adeoye, Owen Oseni, and Rafiu Durosinmi also made their senior debuts during the encounter.

Both Nigeria and Zimbabwe are using the Unity Cup as part of preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

Nigeria will compete in Group L alongside Tanzania, Madagascar, and Guinea-Bissau, while Zimbabwe is in Group E with DR Congo, Equatorial Guinea, and Sierra Leone.

Seventeen players have now arrived at the Nigeria national football team camp in London ahead of their opening fixture at the Unity Cup against the Zimbabwe national football team, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Head coach Éric Chelle officially opened camp for the invitational tournament on Saturday, with 14 players initially reporting for duty, including eight home-based stars.

The camp received further boosts on Sunday following the arrival of forward Rafiu Durosinmi, goalkeeper Francis Uzoho, and central defender Chibuike Nwaiwu.

Nine additional players are still expected to join the squad, including captain Wilfred Ndidi and experienced winger Moses Simon.

The Super Eagles began preparations for the tournament with their first training session on Saturday at Cray Valley FC in London.

Chelle’s side is scheduled to continue preparations with another training session tonight before stepping up activities again on Monday ahead of Tuesday’s semi-final clash.

Nigeria will begin the defence of their Unity Cup title against Zimbabwe at The Valley Stadium, home of Charlton Athletic F.C.

In the second semi-final, the Jamaica national football team will face the India national football team on Wednesday at the same venue.

The final of the competition is scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 30.

Players Currently In Camp

Junior Ayobami

Al Ameen Tijani

Michael Atata

Adeoye Aderemi

Oputa Chibueze

Ighoke Obinna

Ocholi Elias

Oyedokun Tosin

Philip Otele

Arthur Okonkwo

Femi Azeez

Owen Oseni

Nnadi Tochukwu

Terem Moffi

Francis Uzoho

Chibuike Nwaiwu

Rafiu Durosinmi

Rangers International secured their ninth Nigeria Premier Football League title after battling to a 2-1 victory over Ikorodu City at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The Flying Antelopes, led by coach Fidelis Ilechukwu, started brightly and broke the deadlock in the 30th minute through Chidiebere Nwobodo.

Nwobodo completed his brace 10 minutes into the second half to hand Rangers firm control of the encounter before Moses Ali reduced the deficit for Ikorodu City in the 58th minute.

Despite late pressure from the hosts, Rangers held on to secure all three points and confirm their place as NPFL champions with 68 points from 38 matches.

Rivers United finished the season in second position after a dominant 3-0 victory against Katsina United in Port Harcourt.

Chijioke Mbaoma netted twice for Rivers United, while Aniekeme Okon added the third goal to complete an impressive performance for the Port Harcourt side.

Shooting Stars Sports Club claimed third place and a CAF Confederation Cup ticket despite suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat to Niger Tornadoes in Minna.

Abdulrasheed Shehu Dabai converted from the penalty spot four minutes before halftime to hand Tornadoes a crucial victory.

Elsewhere, Enyimba FC preserved their top-flight status with a convincing 3-0 home win over El-Kanemi Warriors.

Stanley Dimgba scored twice for the People’s Elephant before Uwana Asuquo added a late third goal. The defeat confirmed El-Kanemi Warriors’ relegation to the Nigeria National League.

Plateau United edged Kano Pillars 1-0 in Jos, with Victor Dawa scoring the winner deep into stoppage time.

At the Samson Siasia Stadium, Bayelsa United recorded the biggest victory of the final day after thrashing Kwara United 4-0.

Peter Ebimobiwei, Saro Loveday, Stephen Wisdom, and Nneoyi Ofem all found the net for the hosts.

In Kano, Barau FC defeated Nasarawa United 3-0 courtesy of goals from Joseph Atule, Sunday Anthony, and Adamu Hussein.

Final Matchday Results

Niger Tornadoes 1-0 Shooting Stars

Enyimba 3-0 El-Kanemi Warriors

Bayelsa United 4-0 Kwara United

Bendel Insurance 1-1 Remo Stars

Ikorodu City 1-2 Rangers

Rivers United 3-0 Katsina United

Warri Wolves 2-1 Abia Warriors

Plateau United 1-0 Kano Pillars

Barau FC 3-0 Nasarawa United

The Nigeria Football Federation is set to conduct the draw ceremony for the national phase of the 2026 President's Federation Cup on Friday at its Secretariat in Abuja.

The draw follows the conclusion of the national playoff round, which saw four teams eliminated in the women’s competition and six sides knocked out in the men’s category.

A total of 32 teams will compete in the women’s tournament, while 64 clubs will feature in the men’s competition.

In the men’s category, defending champions Kwara United headline the list of contenders alongside prominent sides such as Shooting Stars Sports Club, Enugu Rangers, Bendel Insurance, Nasarawa United, Ikorodu City, Rivers United, and Barau FC.

For the women’s competition, reigning champions Rivers Angels will be joined by strong challengers, including Nasarawa Amazons, FC Robo Queens, Ibom Angels, Bayelsa Queens, and Naija Ratels.

The President Federation Cup remains Nigeria’s premier knockout football competition, featuring clubs from across the country in both men’s and women’s divisions.

Other qualified women’s teams include Ahudiyannem Queens and Abia Angels, alongside representatives from Edo State, Lagos, and other regions.

In the men’s category, former African champions Enyimba FC, along with several academy and grassroots sides, will also contest for the title.

The draw ceremony will determine the full fixtures and competition pathway for this year’s edition of the tournament.

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has further strengthened his squad for the upcoming Unity Cup in London with the addition of two players as preparations intensify for the invitational tournament, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The Nigerian tactician had initially unveiled a 27-man squad for the competition, but has now drafted in Collins Yira Sor and Tijani Al-Ameen ahead of the team’s departure to England.

Sor, who currently plays for K.R.C. Genk, returns to the national team setup after previously featuring in friendly matches against Iran and Jordan in March. His inclusion is expected to provide added pace and attacking depth on the wings as Chelle continues evaluating his options ahead of future international assignments.

Meanwhile, defender Tijani Al-Ameen of Shooting Stars Sports Club has earned his maiden senior national team invitation following a string of impressive displays in the Nigeria Premier Football League.

His call-up underlines Chelle’s commitment to rewarding standout performers from the domestic league while expanding his defensive options ahead of upcoming competitions.

However, the Super Eagles will be without winger Zadok Yohanna after his Swedish club, AIK Fotboll, refused to release him for the tournament.

Yohanna’s absence created a gap in the attacking department, with Sor’s late inclusion appearing to address that setback.

The Super Eagles are expected to depart for London on Friday as preparations continue for the Unity Cup, a tournament Chelle intends to use in assessing tactical systems, squad balance, and player performances ahead of Nigeria’s forthcoming international fixtures.

Zimbabwe’s senior national team, the Warriors, have arrived in Birmingham, England, ahead of their Unity Cup semi-final showdown against Nigeria’s Super Eagles, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The Zimbabwean delegation landed in England on Thursday as preparations gathered momentum for the highly anticipated encounter scheduled to take place in London.

The Warriors will face the Super Eagles in the semi-final of the Unity Cup at the Valley Ground, with both nations targeting a place in the tournament’s final.

Following their arrival, Zimbabwe is expected to begin training sessions immediately, with the coaching crew set to fine-tune tactics and strategies ahead of the crucial fixture against the three-time African champions.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles have also continued preparations for the competition, with several invited players already reporting to camp as head coach Eric Chelle assesses his squad ahead of the tournament.

The men’s Round of 64 fixtures of the 2026 President Federation Cup delivered entertaining action across different centres, with emphatic victories, penalty shootout drama, and walkover results dominating the opening round, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Among the standout results, Shooting Stars Sports Club claimed a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Kebbi United, while Akwa United cruised to a comfortable 3-0 win against Wilbros FC.

Rivers United also progressed after defeating G12 FC 2-0, while Rangers International edged past Godswill Akpabio FC with a narrow 1-0 victory.

Former champions Enyimba FC produced one of the biggest wins of the round after thrashing El-Sharma FC 4-0 to book their place in the next stage.

Several fixtures went the distance and were eventually decided on penalties. Kogi United stunned Lobi Stars 8-7 on penalties after a goalless draw, while Bida Lions eliminated Beyond Limits FA 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in regulation time.

Kwara United also needed spot-kicks to overcome Sporting Supreme U19 after a 2-2 draw, eventually winning 4-2 in the shootout.

Elsewhere, Plateau United defeated Ahudiannem FC 2-1, while Nasarawa United secured a 3-1 victory over Westgate FC.

Several teams also progressed via walkovers, including Mighty Jets, FC Basira, Gombe United, Warinje FC, and Jigawa Golden Stars.

The Round of 64 action will conclude on Thursday with the remaining fixtures scheduled in Anyigba and Makurdi.

English Championship side Wrexham A.F.C. have congratulated Nigerian goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo after reports emerged of his invitation to the Super Eagles squad for the upcoming Unity Cup in London, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Although the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is yet to officially unveil the squad list, Wrexham confirmed the development on Tuesday through a statement shared on the club’s official social media platforms.

“Congratulations to Arthur Okonkwo on receiving his first call-up to the Nigeria squad ahead of the Unity Cup,” the club wrote.

The 23-year-old goalkeeper has enjoyed an impressive campaign with Wrexham and is now expected to be part of the Super Eagles squad for the tournament scheduled to take place later this month in London.

Okonkwo’s anticipated inclusion is seen as a major milestone in his career, with the Unity Cup expected to provide head coach Eric Chelle an opportunity to assess several new and emerging players ahead of future international assignments.

The tournament will also serve as part of Nigeria’s preparations for upcoming competitions, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers and the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations campaign.

Wrexham supporters and Nigerian football fans will now be eager to see whether the former Arsenal academy goalkeeper can make a strong impression if handed his senior international debut during the competition.

Nigeria’s national football team has been drawn in Group L alongside Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau, and co-hosts Tanzania for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The draw ceremony was conducted by the Confederation of African Football in Cairo on Tuesday, officially setting the stage for the qualification campaign for the tournament scheduled to be hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania under the “PAMOJA 2027” initiative.

A total of 48 countries were placed into 12 groups of four teams each, with the top sides progressing to the continental championship, billed to run from June 19 to July 17, 2027.

Nigeria entered the draw as one of the continent’s top-seeded nations following the Super Eagles’ third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Group L is expected to attract attention due to the presence of Tanzania, who have already secured automatic qualification as one of the tournament’s hosts. Despite qualifying automatically, CAF regulations require host nations to participate in the qualifiers.

The Super Eagles will now begin preparations for the campaign as they target another successful AFCON qualification run.

Full AFCON 2027 Qualifying Groups

Group A: Morocco, Gabon, Niger Republic, Lesotho

Group B: Egypt, Angola, Malawi, South Sudan

Group C: Ivory Coast, Ghana, Somalia, Gambia

Group D: South Africa, Guinea, Eritrea, Kenya

Group E: DR Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Sierra Leone, Zimbabwe

Group F: Burkina Faso, Benin Republic, Mauritania, Central African Republic

Group G: Cameroon, Comoros, Namibia, Congo

Group H: Tunisia, Uganda, Libya, Botswana

Group I: Algeria, Zambia, Togo, Burundi

Group J: Senegal, Ethiopia, Mozambique, Sudan

Group K: Mali, Cape Verde, Rwanda, Liberia

Group L: Nigeria, Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau, Tanzania

CAF has confirmed that qualification matches will be played during multiple FIFA international windows later this year.

The 2027 tournament will also mark the return of the Africa Cup of Nations to East Africa for the first time in decades and the first edition to be jointly hosted by three nations in the region.