Three NPFL Stars Named In Super Eagles Starting XI Against Zimbabwe In Unity Cup Clash
Eric Chelle hands home-based players a major opportunity as Nigeria face Zimbabwe in London Head coach Eric Chelle has handed a major boost to the Nigeria Premier Football League after naming three NPFL players in the Super Eagles starting XI for Tuesday’s Unity Cup semi-final clash against Zimbabwe national football team in London. Nigeria face […]
Injury Blow: Chelle Loses Czech-Based Forward Ahead of Unity Cup
Lawal to miss Unity Cup and upcoming international friendlies Nigeria’s preparations for the 2026 Unity Cup have suffered a setback after Czech-based striker Salim Fago Lawal was ruled out of the tournament due to injury. The forward, who plays for Viktoria Plzeň, is expected to remain sidelined until the end of the 2025–2026 season after […]
Eric Chelle to scout Europe, NPFL for new Super Eagles stars ahead of Unity Cup
Coach opens door for dual-national players and home-based talents Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has confirmed plans to expand Nigeria’s player pool by inviting dual-national players and standout Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) stars ahead of the 2026 Unity Cup in London. The Franco-Malian tactician revealed that the invitational tournament will serve as a […]
Unity Cup Fixtures Confirmed: Nigeria Draw Zimbabwe in Opening Semi-Final
Nigeria’s senior national team, the Super Eagles, will begin their title defence at the 2026 Unity Cup with a highly anticipated clash against Zimbabwe in London. The four-nation invitational tournament is scheduled to take place from May 26 to May 30 at The Valley, home of Charlton Athletic, with Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Jamaica, and India confirmed […]