NFF to Hire Foreign Technical Adviser After Super Eagles’ Poor Qualifying Run

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3 months ago

June 14, 2024

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The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has decided to appoint a foreign technical adviser for the Super Eagles following their underwhelming performance in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

This move aims to inject fresh expertise and strategies into the national team, which has struggled to meet expectations on the international stage.

The decision to seek foreign guidance comes in the wake of mounting criticism and pressure to enhance the team’s competitiveness.

Despite interim coach Finidi George’s efforts, the Super Eagles’ recent outings have highlighted the need for a more experienced and tactical approach to management.

By bringing in an international coach, the NFF hopes to leverage global football knowledge and techniques to rejuvenate the team and improve their future prospects.

This step is seen as crucial in aligning Nigerian football with global standards and ensuring that the Super Eagles can once again become a dominant force in world football.

Flying Eagles Win 1-0 in Training Match

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5 hours ago

September 18, 2024

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Nigeria’s Flying Eagles secured a 1-0 victory over Water FC of Abuja in their first training match on Wednesday. The lone goal was scored by Bayelsa United’s Rabiu Abdullahi, giving Aliyu Zubairu’s team the win.

The Flying Eagles are gearing up for the WAFU B U-20 Championship in Togo, which will determine the representative for the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations. The team began their preparations last week in Abuja, following Zubairu’s appointment as head coach in August.

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Dwight Yorke Slams Ten Hag’s Man United

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1 day ago

September 17, 2024

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Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke has criticized manager Erik ten Hag and the team’s style of play, expressing doubt about their chances of winning the Premier League under his leadership.

Speaking to beIN Sports, Yorke said, “We’re far from winning the Premier League. After Ten Hag’s first season, we believed he could lead us forward, but that hasn’t happened. Yes, we won the FA Cup last season, but that doesn’t make us a strong team. The way we play, our league position, and our goal stats are the worst in the club’s Premier League history since 1992.”

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Enyimba Aims for Win Against Etoile Filante

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2 days ago

September 16, 2024

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Enyimba’s head coach, Olanrewaju Yemi, is focused on securing a win against Etoile Filante of Burkina Faso in their CAF Confederation Cup clash. The second leg of the preliminary round will take place on Sunday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.

After a goalless draw in the first leg, Yemi emphasized the importance of the upcoming match, stating, “The job is far from over. We must stay focused and prepare rigorously for the return leg.” He praised his team’s tactical discipline, which effectively neutralized Etoile Filante’s attacking threats, and expressed confidence in their ability to build on their solid performance.