Ghana and Nigeria reignite their age-old rivalry in the Unity Cup at the Gtech Community Stadium in London on Wednesday night, in a friendly that promises anything but calm.
With national pride, footballing momentum, and World Cup Qualifiers preparations all on the line, this isn’t just another exhibition game—it’s West Africa’s fiercest football feud.
🟡Ghana Out to End Jollof Derby Drought | Win = 3.15💵
The Black Stars haven’t beaten Nigeria in their last five meetings (even when they’ve eliminated or beaten them to qualification), and they will see this ‘not so friendly’ as an opportunity to do just that.
Otto Addo’s men come into this tie in strong form, having dispatched Chad (5-0) and Madagascar (3-0) in World Cup qualifiers. They sit top of Group I and look poised to make it to their fifth World Cup.
Ghana have looked solid defensively and ruthless in attack, and the Unity Cup offers an ideal chance to galvanize belief heading into crunch World Cup qualifiers later in the year, with their 2026 World Cup qualification not yet secured.
🟢Nigeria Seeking Revival After Recent Slump | Win = 2.30💵
For the Super Eagles, the fixture arrives at a great time. New boss Eric Chelle is still finding his rhythm after a mixed start, with a strong 2-0 win away to Rwanda followed by a disappointing 1-1 draw at home to Zimbabwe.
They currently sit fourth in their World Cup qualifying group, with things looking very grim for their 2026 World Cup hopes, which would mean it would be the second consecutive World Cup that the Super Eagles have failed to make.
Despite key absentees, the Super Eagles boast depth and hunger to reassert their regional dominance after missing out on the 2022 World Cup — a painful memory triggered by that away goals defeat to Ghana.
🗝️Key Players & Team News📰:
Despite missing key stars like Partey, Kudus, and Semenyo, Ghana boasts a youthful and dynamic squad with the likes of Abdul Aziz, Yerenkyi and Bonso.
Jordan Ayew leads the line, supported by the returning Abdul Samed Salis and Felix Afena-Gyan, with the team brimming with confidence from recent dominant displays.
Nigeria will be without star duo Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, but Chelle can still call on a solid mix of experienced heads like the returning Ahmed Musa and in-form talents like Felix Agu and Nathan Tella.
Moses Simon, Kelechi Iheanacho, Wilfred Ndidi, and Frank Onyeka are all expected to feature.
🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 3.15💵
⚽ Four (4) of the last five (5) meetings between Ghana and Nigeria have seen 90-minute draws (0-0, 0-0 [4-1] AP, 0-0, 1-1, 2-1), with only one of them with a winner after 90 minutes.
🔥Expect fireworks, grit, and passion as two proud nations battle it out under the London lights. Unity in name, rivalry in spirit — the Jollof Derby is here again.
🔗You can check out the Ghana vs Nigeria match on MSport.
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