Timing is the currency of greatness, and Femi Azeez just staged a masterclass in it.
As the curtain fell on Millwall’s Championship regular season, Azeez didn’t just play; he auditioned. With Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle reportedly finalizing his roster for the upcoming Unity Cup and June friendlies, the 24-year-old winger delivered a performance that was less of a suggestion and more of a demand for international recognition.
A Finale to Remember
In a 2-0 victory over Oxford United, Azeez underscored his evolution from a promising talent to a clinical finisher. His 34th-minute opener—a “screamer” launched from his supposedly weaker right foot—served notice to the scouts from Brighton and Bournemouth reportedly watching from the stands.
Match Impact by the Numbers:
- Goals: 2 (The second a masterclass in positional awareness)
- Chances Created: 3
- Key Passes: 3
- Dribbles Completed: 2
The brace brings his season tally to 11 goals and 7 assists, totaling 18 goal involvements in 35 Championship appearances.
The Nigerian Connection
The performance comes exactly 48 hours after Azeez publicly committed his international future to Nigeria. For a squad looking to bolster an attack already featuring the likes of Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, Azeez offers a rare blend of London-bred physicality and technical versatility.
“Not just a goal — a display of the clinical versatility the Super Eagles have been seeking on the flanks.”
What’s Next?
Eric Chelle is expected to announce his squad shortly for the Unity Cup in London later this month. With Nigeria set to face European opposition in a series of high-profile friendlies, the London-born winger has made it clear that he isn’t looking for a seat on the plane—he’s looking for a spot in the starting eleven.
If Saturday at The Den was indeed an audition, Azeez didn’t just get a callback; he may have just secured the leading role.
