Jose Peseiro, the former manager of the Super Eagles, recently concluded his 22-month tenure with the Nigeria Football Federation. In his farewell statement on Facebook, he expressed gratitude to Nigerians and the press for their support during his time as coach.
Peseiro urged fans to continue supporting the team, emphasizing the players’ dedication and sacrifices. He highlighted the importance of ongoing support for the Super Eagles, especially considering the challenges they will face in the future.
“I want to thank all Nigerians and the entire press for the interest, support, and encouragement given to the Super Eagles while I was their coach. I would like to ask all of you to always support your players. These athletes give their all for the Super Eagles, taking pride in representing their country. The players make sacrifices to bring you joy.”
“The Super Eagles deserve all your support, which will be very important for the great challenges that lie ahead.”
Peseiro’s departure comes after Nigeria’s impressive performance in the recent AFCON, where they reached the final but lost to the Ivory Coast.
During his tenure, Peseiro led the team in 22 matches, with 11 wins, 4 draws, and 7 defeats, including their journey to the AFCON final.
