Super Eagles to Defend Unity Cup Title Against India, Jamaica, Zimbabwe in London

Nigeria's Super Eagles are set to defend their Unity Cup crown this summer when the four-nation tournament kicks off at Charlton Athletic's The Valley stadium in South London from May 26-30, 2026.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed the fixtures for the competition, which Nigeria won in 2025 by defeating Jamaica 5-4 on penalties. Coach Eric Chelle's side will face Zimbabwe in the first semi-final on May 26 in a rematch of their 2026 World Cup qualification matches.

On the same day, India and Jamaica will battle it out in the other semi-final, with the final scheduled for May 30. The tournament celebrates Afrocentric and global diaspora communities and promises to deliver the same entertainment and cultural mix that defined the 2025 event.

NFF President Ibrahim Gusau described it as another opportunity for the 'perennial champions' to compete in an 'explosive' setting. This comes after Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, marking the second time the Super Eagles won't participate in the global tournament.

Which of these four teams do you think poses the biggest threat to Nigeria's title defense?

SOURCE: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/04/08/nigeria-to-face-jamaica-india-zimbabwe-in-unity-cup/