New Twist as NFF Appoints Austin Eguavoen, two other domestic coaches for the Super Eagles
Echezonam Ibezim Jk
Austin Eguavoen, the Nigerian Guardiola, has brought in two top-notch NPFL coaches to join the Super Eagles scoaching staff after Finidi George’s exit. Fidelis Ilechukwu, the title-winning coach of Rangers FC, and Daniel Ogunmodede, the head coach of Remo Stars, are set to support Eguavoen in the upcoming AFCON 2025 qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda.
Austin Eguavoen
Ilechukwu’s impressive track record, having guided Rangers FC to the Nigerian Premier Football League championship last season, will undoubtedly bring valuable experience to the team. Ogunmodede, on the other hand, has consistently led Remo Stars to impressive finishes in the NPFL, showcasing his coaching prowess.
Fidelis Ilechukwu and Ogunmodede
This move is seen as a strategic decision to inject fresh ideas and local expertise into the Super Eagles setup, especially after the NFF’s negotiations with German manager Bruno Labbadia fell through. With the Super Eagles facing crucial matches, the addition of Ilechukwu and Ogunmodede is expected to provide a much-needed boost to the team.
Daniel Ogunmodede, the head coach of Remo Stars aka IJABALL
has indeed been appointed as one of the assistants to Super Eagles coach, Austin Eguaveon, for the upcoming 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. This move is part of the Nigerian Football Federation’s efforts to fortify the coaching staff ahead of the crucial matches.
Daniel Ogunmodede head coach of Remo Stars aka IJABALL
Ogunmodede, who recently signed a contract extension with Remo Stars until 2027, will bring his wealth of experience to the Super Eagles setup. He’ll be working alongside Fidelis Ilechukwu, the title-winning coach of Rangers FC, to support Eguavoen .Fidelis Ilechukwu is a renowned Nigerian football coach, best known for leading Enugu Rangers to win the 2015-2016 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) title. This achievement marked Rangers’ first league championship in 32 years.
Fidelis Ilechukwu title winning coach of Rangers FC
The addition of these two NPFL coaches is expected to provide a much-needed boost to the team, especially after the NFF’s negotiations with German manager Bruno Labbadia fell through. With Ogunmodede’s expertise and Eguavoen’s guidance, the Super Eagles are gearing up to secure their spot in the 2025 AFCON.
