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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially appointed German tactician Bruno Labbadia as the new head coach of the Super Eagles, Nigeria’s senior men’s national football team. The appointment comes just eleven days ahead of Nigeria’s crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Benin Republic.
The Super Eagles will kick off their 2025 AFCON qualifying campaign at home against Benin on September 7th at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, followed by an away match against Rwanda at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on September 10th.
NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, announced the appointment on Tuesday morning, stating, “The NFF Executive Committee has approved the recommendation of its Technical and Development Sub-Committee to appoint Mr. Bruno Labbadia as Head Coach of the Super Eagles. The appointment is with immediate effect.”
Labbadia’s selection follows an extensive search for a new head coach after the resignation of Finidi George, who stepped down due to poor results in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The NFF, in a statement on their X handle, confirmed that Labbadia has accepted the role and will begin his duties immediately.
Labbadia’s immediate challenge is to lead the three-time African champions through two vital 2025 AFCON qualifying matches: against Benin Republic on September 7th and Rwanda on September 10th. The Super Eagles are in Group D, competing alongside Benin, Rwanda, and Libya for a spot in the 2025 AFCON tournament.
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Via:ibrahimnews.com
