World Cup Qualifiers: Why Nigerians are Calling for Finidi George’s Sack

Finidi George, the head coach of Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles, has been under scrutiny following recent matches. Here are some reasons why Nigerians are calling for his dismissal:

Performance in Crucial Matches

Finidi George faced his first major tests as Nigeria’s head coach during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against South Africa and Benin.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) labeled these matches as “must-win encounters,” but the team’s performance fell short of expectations.

Team Selection and Tactics

Some critics have questioned Finidi’s team selection and tactics.

For example, his decision to start a match without a primary striker was seen as an attempt to bolster the midfield against a team that typically fields four central midfielders.

Handling of Players

Concerns have arisen about Finidi’s ability to manage the players’ egos, restore confidence in Nigerian fans, and motivate players to perform at their best.

Expectations vs Reality

Finidi was appointed head coach due to his extensive experience with the Super Eagles and his successes with Enyimba FC. However, the results under his leadership have not met the high expectations.

Public Opinion

Public sentiment plays a significant role in such situations. Calls for Finidi’s dismissal have grown louder, with fans and critics alike believing that a change in leadership might improve the team’s performance.

What Netizens are saying on Social Media