Playing for Nigeria a great honor, says Femi Azeez

Femi Azeez, a standout player in the Championship Team of the Season, described his debut for the Nigerian national team, the Super Eagles, as an immense honor. He revealed that he was unaware he had broken a debut record until after the game, but felt proud of the accomplishment.

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I didn’t even know it was a record or that no one had done it in this millennium until after the game.

Azeez recounted his goals, noting the instinctive play with teammate Terem Moffi and his willingness to shoot without hesitation. He enjoyed adapting to new roles on the field, feeling his goals were a fitting reward for his efforts. He also shared that he felt no pressure before his debut, only a sense of honor to represent Nigeria.

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It’s a good feeling, and it’s an honour. I would say I felt proud more than anything.

Reflecting on the Unity Cup victory, Azeez emphasized the team's unity, freedom, and expression, which he believes led to their success. He attributed the final match's 3-0 win to the manager's call for aggression and winning duels, acknowledging room for improvement despite the victory.

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Whenever he got the ball back to me, I just went for it and shot, and it went in. I didn’t think twice.

For Azeez, playing for Nigeria was an "absolute peak" experience, amplified by the deafening support from fans. He also discussed the decision to represent Nigeria over Spain or England, stating his strong relationship with Nigeria through his father made the choice a "no brainer." He acknowledged the new fame that comes with his achievements but admitted he might not be fully ready for it.

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No, not at all. I didn’t feel that, just a lot of honour to represent the country.