Femi Azeez Scores Brace on Super Eagles Debut

On May 26, 2026, Femi Azeez made a remarkable debut for the Super Eagles during the United Cup tournament semi-final match against Zimbabwe in London, scoring two goals. This achievement places him in an elite group, as he became the first player in 55 years to score a brace on his debut for the national team.

Azeez's performance is highlighted alongside other notable debut goals in Nigerian football history, including Victor Anichebe's goal against Sierra Leone in 2011 and Onuachu's record-setting goal just 10 seconds into his debut against Egypt in March 2019. The article also references past players like Aghahowa, who scored on his debut in 1991, and the legendary Femi Azeez from 1971, emphasizing the significance of Azeez's accomplishment in the context of Nigerian football history.