Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George, has expressed his determination to guide the team to qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Speaking to journalists during his visit to the Nigeria Football Federation’s office in Abuja, Finidi emphasized his commitment to ensuring that the Super Eagles do not miss out on the global tournament for the second consecutive edition.
Despite facing a challenging task following draws in their opening two qualifiers against Lesotho and Zimbabwe, the three-time African champions are gearing up to face South Africa and Benin in their upcoming matches.
Finidi acknowledged the importance of the nation’s support and prayers in achieving this goal.
“The World Cup qualification matches against South Africa and Benin Republic is a collective responsibility for all Nigerians.
“I know I am in charge now and the heavy responsibility is on me to win the two world cup matches.
“I will do my best to ensure success and qualify for the World Cup. I am also in touch with the players and they are ready and willing to give their all having missed out in the last edition held in Qatar.
“In terms of having knowledge of our opponents, I have been following them.
“The world today is a global village, one can monitor anything in the comfort of his/ her sitting room.
“We need prayers and support from everybody, this is our own, we can do it and do it well. I watch our players weekly as they play in their various clubs.
“Honestly my target is to win the two matches and not to be judged with the two international friendly games played.”
Last week, NFF officially confirmed Finidi George’s appointment as the head coach of the Super Eagles.
