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Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka is looking forward to the highly anticipated clash between Nigeria and Ghana's Black Stars in the Unity Cup next month in London.
Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka, currently on loan at Augsburg from Brentford, has thrown down the gauntlet ahead of the Unity Cup 2025, a tournament bringing together Nigeria, Ghana, Jamaica, and Trinidad & Tobago.
The age-old rivalry between Nigeria and Ghana is set to ignite London’s Gtech Community Stadium next month, not just on the football pitch but also in the culinary arena, specifically over who makes the best jollof rice.
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In a lively exchange with Ghanaian outlet Joy Sports, Onyeka didn’t hold back when the topic of jollof came up.
“No, Nigeria, sorry,” the 27-year-old declared, brushing off the interviewer’s claim that Ghana’s jollof reigns supreme.
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“That’s not up for debate,” the journalist teased, but Onyeka stood firm, adding with a grin, “No, we will see in May.”
The playful banter shows the spirited competition that defines Nigeria-Ghana encounters, whether in sport or culture.
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Onyeka, who could feature for Nigeria in the tournament, expressed excitement about the Unity Cup, which returns after a long hiatus.
“There’s always big rivalry between Nigeria and Ghana, and it is also good to play this cup, to bring the country together,” he said. “Hopefully, we win against Ghana.”
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The Unity Cup 2025, hosted at Brentford’s Community Stadium, promises a week-long celebration of African and Caribbean culture, blending football, food, music, and comedy.
The four-nation tournament kicks off on May 27 with a historic “Trini-Jam” semi-final between Trinidad & Tobago and Jamaica—the first of its kind on UK soil.
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On May 28, Nigeria’s Super Eagles will face Ghana’s Black Stars in a blockbuster second semi-final, reigniting a 74-year rivalry between the two African football powerhouses, who boast seven Africa Cup of Nations titles between them.
The tournament wraps up on May 31, with the semi-final losers battling for third place before the grand final to crown the Unity Cup champion.
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Beyond the pitch, the Nigeria-Ghana showdown carries extra spice, with jollof bragging rights on the line.
Will Onyeka and Nigeria settle the debate, or will Ghana have the last laugh? London’s ready for the answer.
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