German tactician, Bruno Labbadia has been appointed the new head coach of the Nigerian men’s national team, the Super Eagles.
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) announced the appointment of Labbadia on Tuesday following months of searching for a new handler for the former African champions.
In a statement released on their official X(formerly Twitter) handle, the NFF confirmed that the German gaffer has agreed to take charge of the Super Eagles with immediate effect.
“German, Bruno Labbadia, becomes 37th Head Coach of the @NGSuperEagles
“The Nigeria Football Federation has announced that it has reached an agreement with German tactician, Bruno Labbadia, to become the Head Coach of Nigeria’s Senior Men National Team, Super Eagles.
— The NFF 🇳🇬 (@thenff) August 27, 2024
The statement reads: ‘The Nigeria Football Federation has announced that it has reached an agreement with German tactician, Bruno Labbadia, to become the Head Coach of Nigeria’s Senior Men National Team, Super Eagles.
‘NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, said in the early hours of Tuesday: “The NFF Executive Committee has approved the recommendation of its Technical and Development Sub-Committee to appoint Mr. Bruno Labbadia as the Head Coach of the Super Eagles.
“The appointment is with immediate effect.”‘
The Super Eagles had been without a coach since former Ajax winger Finidi George vacated the role following a brief spell in charge.
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