The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has been searching for a new coach to replace Finidi George, who departed from his role as Super Eagles coach nearly a month ago, according to Sport Brief. Despite interest from several foreign managers, the NFF is yet to announce a new coach, leaving many to wonder about the delay.
In an exclusive interview, an NFF chief has revealed the reason behind the delay in appointing Finidi's replacement. According to the chief, who spoke anonymously, the lack of interest from high-profile coaches is the main reason for the delay.
The NFF chief explained that several top coaches view the task of qualifying the Super Eagles for the 2026 World Cup as a challenging one, and would prefer to stay away from it. The Super Eagles are currently fifth in their Group C standings, with no wins in their opening four fixtures, making the task of qualification even more daunting.
Despite the challenges, the NFF chief assured that the federation is working hard to appoint a new coach before the end of August, ahead of the next round of qualification games. The chief also emphasized that the NFF is keen on completing the process as soon as possible, to ensure the Super Eagles have enough time to prepare for their upcoming matches.
The delay in appointing a new coach has raised concerns among Nigerian football fans, who are eager to see the Super Eagles return to their winning ways. However, with the NFF chief's assurance, fans can rest assured that the federation is working hard to find the right candidate to lead the team to success.
The search for Finidi's replacement continues, and only time will tell who the next coach of the Super Eagles will be. One thing is certain, however - the NFF must act quickly to ensure the Super Eagles have the best chance of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.