Femi Azeez made a dream debut for the Super Eagles, scoring twice in a 2-0 victory over Zimbabwe in the Unity Cup semi-final. The winger's brace places him among an elite group of Nigerian footballers who have scored on their first appearance for the national team.
Azeez Shines on Debut
Azeez opened the scoring in the sixth minute with a superb strike from outside the box after a pass from Terem Moffi. He added a second goal in the second half, assisted by Philip Otele. His performance has excited Nigerian fans, who see him as a future star.
Elite List of Debut Scorers
At least 12 Nigerian players have scored on their Super Eagles debut. The list includes:
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- Ademola Lookman – scored in a 10-0 win over Sao Tome and Principe in 2022.
- Odion Ighalo – converted a penalty on his debut.
- Obafemi Martins – scored against Ireland in 2004.
- Julius Aghahowa – scored against Morocco at the 2000 AFCON.
- Femi Opabunmi – scored in a friendly against Kenya in 2002.
- Stephen Makinwa – scored against South Africa.
- Ekigho Ehiosun – scored against Sierra Leone in 2011.
- Brian Idowu – scored in a 4-2 win over Argentina in 2017.
- Emmanuel Dennis – scored in the 10-0 win over Sao Tome and Principe.
- Umar Sadiq – scored against Mexico.
- Akor Adams – scored 18 minutes into his debut against Lesotho.
Azeez now joins this prestigious group, and fans hope his strong start signals a bright future for the Super Eagles.
