The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced the appointment of two new assistant coaches to support Super Eagles coach, Austin Eguaveon.
Daniel Ogunmodede, head coach of Remo Stars, and Fidelis Ilechukwu, head coach of NPFL champion Rangers, will serve as assistant coaches for the upcoming 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda.
Both Ogunmodede and Ilechukwu bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the Super Eagles coaching crew, with proven track records in the NPFL.
Their appointments are seen as strategic moves to bolster the team’s technical bench and provide valuable insights in the quest for success in the upcoming qualifiers.
The NFF’s decision comes after the federation and Bruno Labbadia failed to reach an agreement, leading to the Technical Director taking charge of the Super Eagles for the upcoming qualifying matches.
Nigeria is preparing for the crucial matches against Benin Republic and Rwanda, as Nigeria seeks to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Here are some key facts about the team:
– The Super Eagles were formed in 1949 and have since become one of Africa’s most successful teams.
– They have won the Africa Cup of Nations three times (1980, 1994, and 2013) and have qualified for the World Cup six times.
– The team’s name “Super Eagles” was coined in 1988, symbolizing strength, speed, and agility.
– The Super Eagles play their home games at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja.
– The team’s colors are green and white, reflecting Nigeria’s national colors.
– The Super Eagles have a fierce rivalry with Ghana’s Black Stars, with whom they contest the West African Derby.
– Some of the team’s most notable players include Jay-Jay Okocha, Nwankwo Kanu, and Mikel Obi.
– The team is currently coached by Austin Eguaveon, who led them to a third-place finish at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations.
– The Super Eagles are known for their attacking style of play and have produced some of Africa’s most skilled players.
– Despite facing challenges, including funding issues and political interference, the Super Eagles remain a source of national pride and a symbol of Nigerian unity.