Super Eagles Defeat Jamaica To Retain Unity Cup Title

Super Eagles Defeat Jamaica To Retain Unity Cup Title

Sampson Adedeji

The Super Eagles of Nigeria emerged victorious in the final of the 2024 Unity Cup, edging out Jamaica in a dramatic penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw in regulation time on Saturday in London, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Nigeria took the lead through Moses Simon, who converted a well-placed cross from Cyriel Dessers. However, the Reggae Boys responded almost immediately, with Kaheim Dixon netting the equalizer.

Samuel Chukwueze restored Nigeria’s lead with a brilliant solo goal, but Jamaica once again drew level when Jon Russell scored in the 63rd minute.

With no further goals in regulation time, the match proceeded to penalties, where the Super Eagles held their nerve to secure the win.

This triumph marks Nigeria’s second consecutive Unity Cup title.