According to Nottingham Forest forward Taiwo Awoniyi, Finidi George was rightfully named the new head coach of the Super Eagles, succeeding Jose Peseiro.
This Monday, the three-time African champions’ new handler, a 53-year-old who had previously worked as Peseiro’s assistant, was introduced.
The team’s leader, according to Awoniyi, Finidi, possesses the ideal personality traits.
As I’ve said before, everyone deserves a shot at greatness, and I believe that being the assistant is a perfect fit for him because of his humility and all he’s done for the country.
“We have a lot of players and a good coach as well; it’s just a matter of getting it right on the field,” the ex-Union Berlin striker told prominent journalist Tobi Adepoju in an exclusive interview.
The Super Eagles will play South Africa and Benin in 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, and Awoniyi is a likely starter for either team.
June 7 and June 10 are the dates of the two games, correspondingly.