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By Emmanuel Banafemi<\/p>\n

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially named Finidi George as the new head coach of the Super Eagles, succeeding Jose Peseiro.<\/p>\n

Finidi, a former assistant coach, brings a wealth of experience to the role, having served alongside Peseiro for 20 months.<\/p>\n

His appointment comes after Peseiro’s departure following a successful African Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign, where Nigeria clinched a silver medal.<\/p>\n

In his brief stint as interim head coach, Finidi led the Eagles to a thrilling 2-1 victory against Ghana, showcasing their resilience and determination on the pitch.<\/p>\n

However, they faced a tough challenge in their second game, suffering a 2-0 defeat against Mali. Despite the setback, Finidi remains focused on refining the team’s strategies and fostering a winning mentality as they prepare for future fixtures.<\/p>\n

The NFF’s Technical and Development Committee endorsed his candidacy, citing his stellar playing career and coaching credentials.<\/p>\n

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Renowned for his wing play, Finidi represented Nigeria for over a decade, contributing to the nation’s AFCON triumph in 1994 and its debut in the FIFA World Cup.<\/p>\n

He also boasts a UEFA Champions League title with Ajax.<\/p>\n

Transitioning from player to coach, Finidi obtained a UEFA A Coaching Licence, honing his skills at clubs like Real Betis and Real Mallorca.<\/p>\n

His recent success with Enyimba FC, guiding them to a league title, further underscores his coaching prowess.<\/p>\n

Now, Finidi sets his sights on guiding the Super Eagles through the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin Republic.<\/p>\n

Despite a slow start in the campaign, he aims to rally the team and secure their path to the global stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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