- Amaju Pinnick supports Finidi George’s autonomy in choosing his assistant coaches for the Super Eagles.
- Pinnick highlighted the importance of Finidi’s freedom in staffing decisions.
- Finidi is expected to lead the Super Eagles in the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers in June.
Eko Hot Blog reports that Former president of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick has voiced support for the Super Eagles’ new coach, Finidi George, in selecting his assistant coaches.
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Finidi George was appointed as the head coach of the Super Eagles more than a week ago, but he has not yet finalized his selection of assistant coaches.
Reports suggest that the NFF attempted to persuade Finidi to accept his former teammates, Emmanuel Amuneke and Daniel Amokachi, as his assistant coaches, but the Port Harcourt-born tactician reportedly turned down the offer.
The 53-year-old Enyimba coach is said to be exploring options to bring in foreign assistant coaches.
However, reports indicate that the NFF is hesitant about the idea due to financial constraints, as they may struggle to cover the expenses of maintaining expatriate staff.
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Amaju Pinnick, now a member of the FIFA committee, emphasized that Finidi George should have the freedom to choose his assistant coaches.
Pinnick, however, highlighted that if the NFF lacks the funds to fulfill Finidi’s request, the football federation should convene a meeting with the coach to discuss the next steps.
“For his assistants, it is very tricky. It is normal for him to demand foreign assistants if he so desires.
“Bonfrere Jo was a foreign assistant to Westerhof and later took over the job. Oliseh had a foreign assistant, and Siasia had a foreign assistant.
“It is not new and it is not also bad for him to demand the same,” Pinnick told Arise TV.
“Finidi is well equipped; he played for Ajax and they over there have developmental football mentoring in kicking the ball, trapping and all that.
“I think he is well-positioned for the job.
“Amuneke, is also technically sound, but I am talking of the seamless transition from Peseiro;
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“It will benefit the team much for Finidi to have the job and thank God he is there.
“Backroom staffing is more scientific right now. If he says he needs three backroom assistants, perhaps one for goalkeeper training, the others are for other positions.
“The assistant coaches are the engine room of the success of any coach because they see what the coach can’t see.
“But then, it depends on funding from the federation, but I think it is not out of place.
“Finidi should be allowed to do what he wants to do. But if there is a paucity of funds, they can discuss it with him.”
Further Reading
- Finidi George Vows To Announce Eagles Coaching Staff Very Soon
- Pinnick Pleads FG Support For His Bid In FIFA’s Council Membership
- Ikpeba Charges Finidi To Harness Potentials In NPFL Players
It’s important to note that Finidi George and the Super Eagles squad are scheduled to participate in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against South Africa on June 3 and against Benin Republic on June 10.
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