Finidi George lands new job after Super Eagles failure, set to be unveiled by NPFL giants

Finidi George returned to the NPFL after short Super Eagles spell.

Finidi George lands new job after Super Eagles failure, set to be unveiled by NPFL giants

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 09:21 - 03.07.2024

It's homecoming for former Super Eagles coach Finidi George who is expected to be unveiled as a new coach in the NPFL.

Former Super Eagles coach Finidi George is set for a return to the Nigerian Premier Football League, NPFL, as the new manager of Rivers United.

The Rivers-born tactician is expected to be unveiled as the new boss of his home state club this Thursday, according to a post by Trendy Faith, the media officer of Rivers Angels.

Finidi George returns to NPFL

Finidi, 53, left his role as Nigeria's coach just a month after being appointed, following a disastrous start to the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.

The ex-winger's two official matches in charge of the Super Eagles ended in a draw against South Africa and a shock defeat to Benin Republic, leaving Nigeria's World Cup dreams in tatters.

Finidi George, former Super Eagles coach won just one of four matches.
Finidi George, former Super Eagles coach won just one of four matches. || X

Finidi had taken over as Nigeria's boss in May, replacing Portuguese coach Jose Peseiro, but his tenure was cut short by the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF)'s decision to search for a foreign manager to take over as technical adviser.

Now, it seems the former Ajax and Real Betis star is set for a return to the domestic scene, with Rivers United poised to unveil him as their new head coach.

New Super Eagles head coach Finidi George was unveiled on May 13.
New Super Eagles head coach Finidi George was unveiled on May 13. || X

There is an unconfirmed report that Finidi George will be unveiled on Thursday as Rivers United coach," Rivers Angels media officer Trendy Faith posted on X.com

Finidi previously had a successful three-year spell as manager of dethroned NPFL champions Enyimba before taking up the national team job.

Finidi George led Enyimba to their 9th NPFL title last season but left for bigger things.
Finidi George led Enyimba to their 9th NPFL title last season but left for bigger things. | Facebook

His homecoming to Rivers United will be a welcome one for the club's supporters, as they look to rebuild after a difficult campaign last season under sacked manager Stanley Eguma.

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