- The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Appoints Finidi George As Super Eagles Coach
- Jose Peseiro, left the job after the end of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in February
- Finidi George served as an assistant to Jose Peseiro and was named as interim manager
- Finidi George WAS former Enyimba FC’s coach
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced the appointment of Finidi George as new Super Eagles head coach.
The Super Eagles have been without a permanent coach since Portuguese tactician, Jose Peseiro, left the job after the end of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in February.
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However, George, who served as an assistant to Peseiro was named as interim manager and led the team in the last international break when the Super Eagles lost to Mali but defeated Ghana.
Meanwhile, the NFF had opened applications for interested coaches to apply for the job, and names like Emmanuel Amuneke and Michael Nsien were reported to be frontrunners for the job.
In a statement on Monday, the former Nigeria international has now been confirmed as the new permanent coach of the three-time African champions.
George’s immediate task will be to guide the Super Eagles to victory in two 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against South Africa and Benin Republic in Uyo and Abidjan, respectively, in a little over five weeks.
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The matches are must-win encounters, with the Super Eagles lagging behind in third place in Group C of the African campaign behind Rwanda and South Africa.
George, a member of the so-styled ‘Golden Generation’ that won the 1994 Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Tunisia and emerged as the second most entertaining team in Nigeria’s debut at the FIFA World Cup finals in the USA the same year, won 62 caps for Nigeria, including featuring at the 1994 and 1998 FIFA World Cup finals.
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He also won gold, silver, and bronze medals from the 1992, 1994, 2000, and 2002 AFCON tournaments. The 52-year-old former Ajax Amsterdam (The Netherlands) and Real Betis (Spain) forward, who made a scoring debut for the fatherland in an Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Burkina Faso at the National Stadium, Lagos on 27th July 1991, also featured for Calabar Rovers and Sharks FC in the domestic scene before heading to Europe.
He assisted Rashidi Yekini (of blessed memory) to score Nigeria’s first-ever FIFA World Cup goal against Bulgaria in Dallas, USA on 19th June 1994.
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Victor Osimhen scored twice in the first half to give Galatasaray a 2-0 lead over Bodø/Glimt in their UEFA Champions League match at Rams Park on Wednesday.
The Nigerian striker, on loan from Napoli, opened the scoring in the third minute after intercepting a pass from Mario Lemina and added a second goal just before halftime by exploiting a defensive error from Patrick Berg.
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Osimhen’s brace marks his third and fourth goals in the competition this season, enhancing Galatasaray’s standing in the group stage.
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Rashford’s Barcelona Revival Fuels El Clásico Hype

Marcus Rashford’s resurgence at Barcelona is gathering pace, with the English forward recording five goals and five assists in 12 appearances since joining on loan from Manchester United in the summer of 2025.
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has praised the 27-year-old’s adaptability and growing confidence, describing him as a “key creative force” in the team’s frontline. Rashford’s speed, work rate, and improved finishing have quickly made him a fan favorite at the Camp Nou.
Speaking ahead of the highly anticipated El Clásico clash against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu on October 26, Rashford revealed that facing Los Blancos was one of the main motivations behind his move to Spain.
“Playing in El Clásico is something every player dreams about,” Rashford said. “It’s one of the biggest matches in world football — and a major reason why I came to Barcelona.”
The Englishman’s form has added another layer of excitement to the upcoming showdown, with fans eager to see if he can make his mark in his first-ever El Clásico appearance.
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Arsenal Demolish Atletico Madrid 4–0 in Champions League Second-Half Rout

Arsenal delivered a statement performance in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night, thrashing Atletico Madrid 4–0 at the Emirates Stadium after a stunning second-half surge.
Following a goalless first half, the Gunners exploded with four goals in a 13-minute spell to secure their biggest European win of the season. Viktor Gyökeres struck twice, Gabriel Martinelli added one, and Declan Rice orchestrated the attack with assists for every goal.
Teenage midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly also impressed, providing the assist for Martinelli’s finish as Mikel Arteta’s side overwhelmed Diego Simeone’s men with pace and precision.
The victory extends Arsenal’s unbeaten home run in the Champions League group stage to nine matches and marks their seventh straight win over Spanish opposition in the competition — a remarkable show of European consistency.
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Chelsea Marks 100 Days as FIFA Club World Cup Champions

Chelsea Football Club is marking 100 days since their historic 3–0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the final of the inaugural expanded FIFA Club World Cup on July 13, 2025, at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
The memorable night saw Cole Palmer star with two goals and an assist, while João Pedro added a third, sealing Chelsea’s triumph and completing the club’s remarkable sweep of all major official European club trophies.
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To commemorate the milestone, Chelsea fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to celebrate the club’s global achievement, generating over 110,000 engagements. Supporters shared memories, match clips, and rivalry banter under trending hashtags such as #ClubWorldChampions and #Chelsea100DaysOn.
Many fans reflected on the club’s dominance under manager Enzo Maresca, while others highlighted Palmer’s evolution into one of Europe’s top attacking talents.
The victory not only etched Chelsea’s name in world football history but also secured their reign as Club World Champions until 2029, when FIFA’s next expanded edition is scheduled.
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Nottingham Forest Appoint Sean Dyche as Head Coach Until 2027

Nottingham Forest have appointed Sean Dyche as their new head coach on a contract running until June 2027.
The 54-year-old Englishman, who began his playing career as a youth player at the club, returns to the City Ground to take charge following the dismissal of Ange Postecoglou, who lasted just 39 days in the role.
Dyche Returns Home
Dyche’s appointment comes after Forest’s unsuccessful attempts to secure former Italy boss Roberto Mancini and Marco Silva, who opted to remain at Fulham.
The club confirmed that Dyche officially arrived at the training ground on Monday, where he met the squad alongside his trusted assistants Ian Woan and Steve Stone — both former Forest players.
Immediate Challenge
The former Burnley and Everton manager faces an immediate challenge as he looks to steady a Forest side struggling near the Premier League relegation zone. His first task will be preparing the team for Thursday’s Europa League clash against FC Porto at the City Ground.
Dyche is known for his disciplined defensive setups and pragmatic style, which the club hopes will bring stability and improved performances after a turbulent start to the season.
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