Unity Cup: Nigeria kick off their title defense against Zimbabwe

Africa 26 May 2026 at 10:03

Nafongo TRAORE

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After their 2025 triumph, Nigeria launch their title defense in the Unity Cup. The Super Eagles face Zimbabwe on Tuesday evening, May 26, in the semi-finals at The Valley in London.

Nigeria versus Zimbabwe marks the opening clash of the 2026 Unity Cup edition. The whistle for this African derby will blow at 18:30 GMT on May 26 at The Valley in London.

As reigning 2025 champions, the Super Eagles enter the showdown with their sights set on retaining the crown. Erik Schell will have to navigate the fixture without Victor Osimhen, Adeola Lookman, and Samuel Chukwueze.

If Nigeria emerge victorious, they will await the winner of the second semi-final between India and Jamaica on May 27 to discover their opponent in the final.

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