Unity Cup: Five things to know about new Super Eagles forward Femi Azeez

The Nigeria national football team may have discovered a new attacking sensation after Femi Azeez announced himself in style on his Super Eagles debut.

The winger scored twice as Nigeria defeated the Zimbabwe national football team 2-0 to book a place in the Unity Cup final in London.

Here are five things to know about the exciting forward:

1. He plays for Millwall in England

The 24-year-old currently plays for Millwall in the English Championship, where he has developed into one of the club’s key attacking threats.

Before moving to Millwall in 2024, Azeez spent several years with Reading, where he first made his breakthrough in professional football.

2. He was released by Watford as a teenager

Azeez’s path to international football was far from straightforward.

The winger was released by Watford during his youth career before rebuilding himself in non-league football with Northwood FC and Wealdstone.

His rise from non-league football to the Super Eagles has made his story particularly inspiring.

3. He has Nigerian and Spanish roots

Although born in England, Azeez has a Nigerian father and Spanish mother.

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That made him eligible to represent Nigeria national football team, England national football team or Spain national football team before eventually choosing Nigeria.

4. He is a versatile attacker

While mainly deployed as a winger, Azeez is capable of playing on either flank and can also operate behind the striker.

His versatility makes him a valuable option in modern attacking systems.

5. Pace and dribbling are his biggest weapons

One of the standout qualities in Azeez’s game is his direct running and ability to beat defenders one-on-one.

The winger relies heavily on acceleration, close control and aggressive dribbling — attributes that immediately caught the eye during his impressive Super Eagles debut.

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