The Nigerian Super Eagles clinched the 2025 Unity Cup title by defeating Jamaica 5-4 on penalties after a thrilling 2-2 draw in regulation time. The final match took place at the G Tech Community stadium in Brentford, London, on the night of Friday, May 31. This victory marked Nigeria's first trophy under new coach Eric Chelle and their second Unity Cup, having previously won the tournament 21 years ago in 2004 when it was last held.

The Super Eagles initiated the scoring in the 9th minute when Nantes winger Moses Simon found the net, assisted by a precise pass from Rangers forward Cyriel Dessers. However, Jamaica quickly responded, with Kaheim Dixon equalizing just two minutes later after a defensive lapse on Nigeria's right side. The match remained intense, with both teams displaying a competitive spirit, evidenced by six yellow cards and several flashpoints suggesting the encounter was more than a mere friendly.

In the second half, Nigeria regained the lead in the 53rd minute through a powerful left-footed strike from AC Milan's Samuel Chukwueze, who was set up by Nathan Tella inside the box. Once again, Jamaica fought back, leveling the score ten minutes later. Renaldo Cephas, a constant threat for Jamaica, delivered a superb cross from the wing, allowing Jon Russell to score the second equalizer. Despite late pressure from Nigeria, including a close effort from Wilfred Ndidi in stoppage time, the match proceeded to a penalty shootout.

The shootout was a tense affair. After six perfect penalties, Jamaica's Dwayne Atkinson saw his effort hit the crossbar and go over. While Amari’i Bell converted his spot-kick to keep Jamaica's hopes alive, Christantus Uche calmly scored the decisive penalty, securing the 5-4 victory for Nigeria and sparking celebrations among the team and fans.

Moses Simon, who scored Nigeria's first goal and also converted his penalty, commented on the tough nature of the game, acknowledging Jamaica's physicality. He expressed the team's excitement about winning their first trophy under the new manager. Coach Eric Chelle lauded the performance of debutant Benjamin Frederick, a Brentford defender who joined the squad just a day before the final. Chelle praised Frederick's calmness, composure, and technical skills, describing them as 'close to perfect'.

The Unity Cup victory was achieved despite the absence of key players like Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman. Coach Chelle explained their omission by stating he was widening his consideration for players to give more talents a chance. Osimhen was noted to have played and scored for Galatasaray in what was potentially his final match for the Turkish club. Nigerian fans reacted positively to the team's performance and Chelle's attacking style of play, though some pointed out the need for defensive improvements. Following the win, Chelle, for whom this was his first trophy as a coach, expressed his hope to bring more silverware to Nigeria.

The Super Eagles are next scheduled to face Russia in a friendly match at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow.