The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially unveiled Finidi George as the new head coach of the Super Eagles. The unveiling ceremony took place in Abuja and was presided over by the Minister of Sports Development, John Enoh, MySportDab Reports.
George, a former Super Eagles forward, is set to take over the reins of the Nigerian men’s national team. The 53-year-old has been appointed as the permanent replacement for the previous head coach, Jose Peseiro.
George’s appointment comes after a successful stint as an interim coach, where he guided Nigeria to a 2-1 victory over rivals Ghana. However, the team suffered a 2-0 defeat against Mali in their next match.
Despite the mixed results, George’s tactical acumen and understanding of the game have been widely praised. His appointment has been met with excitement and optimism, with many believing that he is the right person to lead the Super Eagles to new height.
George, who earned 62 caps for Nigeria and was part of the iconic 1994 AFCON winning side, has signed a deal to take permanent charge of the three-time African champion. His reign as Super Eagles coach has officially started after his unveiling by the NFF.
With the 2024 Olympics tournament in Paris on the horizon, George will be expected to assemble a strong team capable of competing against the best in the world. Fans and pundits alike are excited to see what the future holds for the Super Eagles under George’s leadership.
