The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) formally declared the appointment of Finidi on Monday through an official statement released on its website.
The statement reads in part, “The Board of Nigeria Football Federation on Monday approved the recommendation of its Technical and Development Committee to appoint former ace winger Finidi George as Head Coach of the Senior Men National Football Team, Super Eagles.”
George, who served as assistant to former coach Jose Peseiro for 20 months, assumed interim leadership of the senior national team in March.
The Enyimba gaffer oversaw the Super Eagles’ two friendly matches against Ghana and Mali in Morocco.
In the first match against Ghana, George’s squad secured a historic victory, defeating the Black Stars 2-1 and breaking an 18-year winless streak against the formidable opponent.
However, in the subsequent game against Mali, the team faced a setback, losing 0-2.
George, a prominent figure from Nigeria’s renowned ‘Golden Generation,’ notably clinched the Africa Cup of Nations title in 1994 and represented Nigeria in the FIFA World Cup finals in the same year, where the team emerged as the second most entertaining side in their debut appearance.
George’s distinguished career, encompassing 62 appearances for Nigeria, is highlighted by his participation in prestigious tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup and AFCON. His notable achievements include securing gold, silver, and bronze medals across various editions spanning from 1992 to 2002, thereby cementing his legacy in the realm of international football.
