Former Super Eagles Coach Finidi George Unveils 3 Key Factors Limiting His Success at the Helm

In an exclusive interview with SportsBoom via Soccernet Nigeria, Former Super Eagles coach Finidi George delves into the challenges that marred his brief tenure as the head coach of Nigeria’s national football team. During his 47-day stint, which followed José Peseiro’s tenure, the team faced setbacks, including a loss to Benin Republic and a draw with South Africa in a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier. Finidi pinpointed three critical issues—fitness concerns, delayed player arrivals, and insufficient preparation time—that contributed to the team’s struggles under his leadership.

Finidi George voiced his frustration regarding the players’ physical condition, noting that many arrived at the camp unfit after their vacations. He emphasized the impact of poor fitness on performance, highlighting that regardless of tactics, optimal performance is unattainable without proper fitness levels. The lack of fitness not only affected concentration, leading to vulnerabilities exploited by opponents for easy goals but also contributed to a lack of intensity during crucial game moments. Additionally, Finidi highlighted the issue of late player arrivals to the training camp, further compounding the team’s challenges.

Finidi George revealed his efforts to have the training camp start earlier, considering the players’ need to regain fitness post-season. He expressed disappointment as the FA initially agreed but later reversed the decision due to some players already being on vacation, a move he found perplexing. The limited preparation time for the World Cup qualifiers posed a significant challenge, hindering his ability to optimize the team’s performance. Late player arrivals and subpar fitness levels left minimal room for building team cohesion and implementing tactical strategies before the crucial matches.

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