Finidi George leads Rivers United’s first training session as Nigerians await NFF’s statement

Former Nigerian international Finidi George recently resigned as the head coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria.

Former Nigeria national team head coach, Finidi George, has been spotted overseeing his first training session with Rivers United, Soccernet.ng reports.

The former Ajax star resigned as the coach of the Super Eagles less than two months after taking charge and has now returned to the Nigerian Premier Football League to manage Rivers United.

Despite these developments, Nigerians have yet to receive an official statement from the Nigeria Football Federation regarding his resignation.

However, in a picture shared by Rivers United, Finidi appeared to have moved on, as he was seen leading his first training session with the Pride of Rivers.

See the photos here:

The former Real Betis forward previously led Enyimba of Aba to victory in the 2022-23 NPFL season, clinching their ninth title and enhancing his credentials for the Super Eagles coaching role.

Having also served as an assistant to Portuguese coach Jose Peseiro, helping to guide the Super Eagles to the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Finidi was considered for the head coach role when Peseiro left.

Citing a lack of support, Finidi resigned from his coaching role, leaving the Super Eagles without a head coach as they pursue a World Cup ticket and qualification for the 2026 AFCON.

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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