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  • London Unity Cup: How  ANFASSC ignited stadium  for Super Eagles’ win

    London Unity Cup: How  ANFASSC ignited stadium  for Super Eagles’ win

    The Super Eagles of Nigeria delivered a commanding performance to defeat the Black Stars of Ghana 2–1 in the semi-finals of the 2025 Unity Cup held at the Gtech Community Stadium, London.

    Nigeria opened the scoring in the 14th  minute through Cyriel Dessers, who finished calmly after a well-worked move. The lead was doubled not long after when pressure from the Nigerian attack forced an own goal by Ghana’s Razak Simpson. Ghana managed to pull one back in the second half, but the Super Eagles stood firm to claim a well-deserved win and a place in the final.

    The victory was more than just tactical brilliance on the pitch – it was also a testament to the passion and unwavering support from the stands. The Authentic Nigeria Football and Allied Sports Supporters Club (ANFASSC) once again showed why they are the heartbeat of Nigerian sports fans worldwide.

    From the first whistle to the final minute, ANFASSC members brought unmatched colour, rhythm, and spirit to the stadium. With traditional drums, vibrant outfits, and synchronised chants, they transformed the venue into a sea of green and white, inspiring the team and captivating global viewers.

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    Speaking after the match, ANFASSC National President Prince Abayomi Ogunjimi praised both the team and the supporters for a united performance.

    “It was a match for the history books. Our boys delivered on the pitch, and our members gave everything in the stands. This is the power of unity, passion, and patriotism,” he said.

    With this victory, Nigeria will face Jamaica in the final of the 2025 Unity Cup tomorrow  at the same venue . As always, ANFASSC stands ready to rally behind the Super Eagles – not just as supporters, but as a force of national pride.

  • London Unity Cup: George advocates Inclusion of home-based players

    London Unity Cup: George advocates Inclusion of home-based players

    Former Nigeria international Abbey George has called for the inclusion of home-based players in the national team based strictly on merit  ahead of the upcoming Unity Cup in London

    George, who previously played as a defender for Nigeria, emphasized that selection should not be based solely on a player’s league affiliation but on their individual talent and readiness.

    “If a home-based player is good enough, give him the opportunity,” George who currently  works as a  fitness trainer  said . “I’m not saying they should be picked just because they play in the local league. But if they’re good enough, include them in the team and let them show what they can do.”

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    He cited former Super Eagles’ goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama as a prime example, saying  Enyeama, who once played for Enyimba, earned his place in the national team by merit and went on to perform admirably.

    However, George admitted he hasn’t followed the Nigeria Premier Football League closely in recent times, making it difficult for him to assess the current crop of players. Nevertheless, he insisted that it lies on the coaching crew to scout effectively.

    “It’s the responsibility of the coach to find and evaluate players, whether they’re home-based or playing abroad,” he stressed. “If a player from the national league is good enough, they should be given a chance to compete in the tournament.”