Report: Ex-Ajax star set to lead Super Eagles against Ghana and Mali

The Super Eagles of Nigeria has been slated to tackle the Black Stars of Ghana and Mali on the 22nd and 26th of April

Former Ajax star Finidi George is set to lead the Super Eagles of Nigeria in their upcoming international friendly matches against the Black Stars of Ghana and Mali, Soccernet.ng reports. 

Following the expiration of Jose Peseiro’s contract after leading the Super Eagles to the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, the coaching role for the Super Eagles has been declared vacant by the Nigerian football body.

Earlier reports revealed that the NFF Technical Director, Augustine Eguavoen, is expected to temporarily fill the position until a new coach is appointed.

However, Soccernet.ng understands that Finidi George, who worked closely with Peseiro during his tenure as head coach, is reportedly expected to take charge of the team for the upcoming friendly matches.

Initially scheduled to face Argentina and El Salvador in the United States, the Super Eagles had to reschedule the matches due to visa issues.

Instead, they will now face Ghana in Marrakesh, Morocco on April 22nd, renewing a long-standing rivalry that is sure to ignite social media discussions between the two countries.

Following the Ghana match, Nigeria will take on Mali on April 26th. With their strong performance at the 2023 AFCON, the Super Eagles are expected to approach the game with confidence.

Ayomide Oguntimehin

Ayomide Oguntimehin is a CAF-accredited sports journalist and an Editor at Soccernet.ng, with a proven track record in conducting interviews with Super Eagles stars such as William Troost-Ekong, Taiwo Awoniyi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Ademola Lookman, and many others. He has also made a significant impact in breaking transfer news stories. Grounded in video editing, video journalism, social media management, and content strategy, Ayomide brings a wealth of expertise to his work. With a Bachelor's degree in English Language from Adeyemi College of Education and a Master's Degree in School Library and Media Technology from the University of Ibadan, Ayomide is well-prepared to excel in the field.

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