Newly appointed Super Eagles coach, George Finidi, has declared that the senior national team of Nigeria will qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted by 16 cities in three North American countries: Canada, Mexico and the United States of America.
The coach who made the remarks in a chat with Completesports.com said that he is more than happy that the NFF appointed him as the Super Eagles head coach.
The 53-year-old former player promised that the team would achieve a lot and also noted that he still needs to meet with the NFF to tidy up some things before he makes himself available for a formal media chat.
“I am happy with my appointment as Super Eagles Head Coach and I believe with the support of NFF and Nigerians, we shall achieve a lot. I still have to meet with the NFF and tidy up things before I have a formal media chat,” Finidi said.
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The appointment of the former Ajax and Real Betis player was confirmed by the board following the recommendation of its Technical and Development Committee.
In just over five weeks, Finidi’s first assignment will be to lead the Super Eagles to success in their two 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against South Africa and the Benin Republic in Uyo and Abidjan, respectively.
The Super Eagles, who are now third in Group C of the African campaign, are behind South Africa and Rwanda. The team is now condemned to win both games.
