Nigeria vs Jamaica: Super Eagles fail Reggae Boyz test, lift Unity Cup on penalties

The Super Eagles of Nigeria and Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz delivered an exhilarating final in the 2025 Unity Cup, ending regular time in a 2-2 stalemate before Nigeria won 5-4 in a tense penalty shootout at Brentford Stadium, London.

The match was a bag of emotions as Nigeria twice took the lead. Captain Moses Simon opened the scoring with a well-placed finish, assisted by Cyriel Dessers.

In the second half, Samuel Chukwueze dazzled with a brilliant solo goal to put the African giants ahead once more.

However, the resilient Reggae Boyz refused to back down. Jamaica fought back twice to level the score, keeping the contest alive and thrilling the fans throughout the 90 minutes.

With the scores locked at 2-2, the winner was decided by penalties. Jamaica struck first through King, but Nigeria held their nerve, converting all five of their spot-kicks.

The decisive moment came when Getafe’s Chrisantus Uche, making his senior debut, calmly slotted home the winning penalty, sealing the Unity Cup for the Super Eagles.

The victory is a proud moment for Nigeria and new boss Eric Chelle as they overcame a tough challenge from Jamaica in a match full of drama, skill, and determination.

Nigerians will remember Chrisantus Uche’s debut heroics as a sign of exciting talent emerging for the Super Eagles alongside emergency invitee Benjamin Fredrick.