Nigeria, May 28 -- Eighteen years ago, under the lights at Brentford's Griffin Park, Ghana stunned Nigeria 4-1 in a friendly that ended a 15-year winless run for the Black Stars.
That 2007 match was a turning point in their historic rivalry.
Now, both teams return to the same corner of London-this time at the Gtech Community Stadium-for a high-stakes semi-final in the 2025 Unity Cup.
Though labelled a friendly, any meeting between these West African powerhouses is anything but casual.
Wednesday's "Jollof Derby" promises passion, pride, and intensity, with both sides eyeing a place in the final against Jamaica.
That February night in 2007 began with Nigeria on the front foot, but quickly turned Ghana's way after the break.
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