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Super Eagles Coach, Finidi George Under Fire After Shock Defeat To Benin

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2 years ago

June 10, 2024

The Super Eagles’ 2-1 defeat to Benin in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers on Monday has sparked a wave of criticism directed at the head coach, Finidi George, with fans questioning his tactics and player selection.

The loss, which saw Nigeria fall behind Benin and South Africa in their qualifying group, has left the team’s hopes of reaching the 2026 World Cup hanging.

Reacting to the disappointing result, DISTINGUISHED KPMG LinkedIn Everest @novieverest via X urged fans to remain positive, saying, “Instead of spoiling the image of the Super Eagles just because you don’t like Coach Finidi George, why not pray for the Super Eagles? Learn to be positive and pray.”

However, many others were less forgiving, with Alabi @the_Lawrenz lambasting the decision to appoint George, whose “only managerial experience was Enyimba FC.”

Alabi wrote, “We are not serious as a country… Super Eagles will miss yet another World Cup. I’m tired.”

JUST KINGS @JustKingss went a step further, stating, “Finidi George will probably go down as the worst Nigerian Coach ever.”

The defeat was particularly difficult to swallow for some, given Nigeria’s recent history against Benin.

SportsDokita (Odogwu) @Sports_Doctor2 pointed out, “We lost to Benin Republic on a NEUTRAL ground in Ivory Coast managed by our former coach Rohr. Omoh Finidi George this one is hard to take oooh, it’s a very bitter pill to swallow.”

Omo Kogi (Yagba) @Oladapomikky1 expressed disappointment at the squandered opportunity for Nigeria’s “golden generation of attackers” to experience the World Cup, saying, “In a group, where we have Benin, South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Nigeria, they are lying 5th… Finidi George no try at all.”

The criticism extended to George’s team selection and tactics, with Frank The Writer @FrankWriter1 questioning why foreign coaches often fare better with the Super Eagles, writing, “I think he should just quit. He’s not fielding the right players. He lacks tactics. But why do foreign coaches always doing better?”

As the fallout from the Benin defeat continues, the pressure mounts on Finidi to turn the team’s fortunes around and keep their World Cup dreams alive.

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CRASH: Anthony Joshua Opens Up On Friends’ Death

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12 hours ago

January 8, 2026

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Former world heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua, has said the death of his two friends posed a tough time for him.

Recall that a car conveying the boxer earlier this month, rammed into a stationary truck along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.

The accident claimed that lives of his personal trainer, Kevin Latif Ayodele, and his strength and conditioning coach, Sina Ghami.

In a post on his verified Facebook page on Thursday, the former heavyweight champion said it was tough for him.

Joshua acknowledged that the incident was “even tougher” for the parents of the deceased.

He wrote, “Thank you for all the love and care you have shown my brothers. I didn’t even realise how special they are.

“I’ll just be walking with them and cracking jokes with them, not even knowing God kept me in the presence of great men.

“100% it’s tough for me, but I know it’s even tougher for their parents. I have a strong mind, and I believe God knows their hearts. May God have mercy on my brothers.”

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NPFL: Kano Pillars Sack Two Players

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January 8, 2026

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Kano Pillars have announced the departure of the duo of Umar Sani Yakasai Samuel Tiza.

Yakasai and Tiza’s contracts were terminated by the Kano-based club.

The Sai Masu Gida confirmed the development in a statement on Wednesday.

“Kano Pillars FC wishes to announce that, following a mutual understanding, the club have amicably parted ways with striker Samuel Tiza and midfielder Umar Sani Yakasai,” Kano Pillars wrote in a statement confirming the players departure.

“Both players will now continue their careers elsewhere ahead of the second stanza of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League season.”

Kano Pillars is expected to make up for their departure with the signing of new players.

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AFCON: It’s Not Possible – NSC On Super Eagles Players Requesting Cash Payment

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January 8, 2026

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Chairman of the National Sports Commission, NSC, Shehu Dikko, has insisted that it is not possible to pay the Super Eagles of Nigeria their match bonus in cash.

Dikko stated this while clarifying the situation about Super Eagles match bonuses following reports of players threatening to boycott training and refusing to travel to Marrakech for Nigeria’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, quarter-final clash against Algeria on Saturday.

He spoke on Thursday during an appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief.

“Clearly, the players requested whether they could get some of these in cash, and they were told it’s not possible,” Dikko said.

“These bonuses are not paid in cash; they have to be paid through the bank, which is the normal procedure.

“The only ones they agreed to pay in cash are the daily allowances.”

The Super Eagles progressed to the last-8 after humiliating Mozambique 4-0 in the AFCON Round of 16.

Meanwhile, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Finance, Doris Nkiruka-Anite, had earlier disclosed that the Super Eagles players will start receiving their bonus money alerts today or tomorrow before the Algeria clash.