Former Ajax winger Finidi George has resigned as coach of the Super Eagles.
This announcement was made by former Super Eagles media officer Toyin Ibitoye in a post on X.com on Saturday.
He wrote, “News just in. Finidi George #FinidiGeorge_FG has resigned from his #NGSuperEagles manager position.”
George’s resignation comes after the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) decided to appoint a foreign coach to oversee him, despite his recent appointment in May.
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George, 53, took over after Jose Peseiro’s contract ended in February, having served as his assistant for 20 months. However, the team’s disappointing performance in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin led to his demotion.
As a result, George’s one-year contract will be downgraded, and his reported monthly salary of N15 million will be reduced to N5 million. His handpicked assistants will also be replaced by the new foreign coach’s staff.
In a meeting with Sports Minister John Enoh, George expressed his frustration with the lack of support from the NFF and questioned the commitment of Nigeria’s top players in the crucial World Cup qualifiers.
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