Finidi George Believes Seven NPFL Stars Are Good for Super Eagles
Coach Finidi George has expressed his confidence in the talent within Nigeria's domestic league, stating that at least seven players from the Nigeria Professional Football League NPFL are capable of playing for the Super Eagles. During a media tour, the new Super Eagles coach highlighted the potential of these players and emphasized the importance of proper scouting.
Six, or seven NPFL players can feature for the Super Eagles, declared Finidi. There are talents in the league who are good enough, we only have to scout properly.
Finidi also discussed his expectations for Nigeria's top players in Europe, urging them to replicate their club performances when playing for the national team. The players are doing so well in Europe and I hope they do the same with the Super Eagles, he said. We will motivate them to do what they are doing at their clubs week in, week out.
The former Enyimba coach stressed the importance of results in maintaining his position as head coach. What keeps a manager are the results, even if you have a 10 year contract, Finidi noted. "Results will keep you on the job and I intend to get that.
Editorial
Finidi George's assertion that seven NPFL players are good enough for the Super Eagles underscores the rich talent pool within Nigeria's domestic league. This statement is significant as it highlights the potential for homegrown talents to make a substantial impact on the national team, provided they receive adequate scouting and development opportunities.
The emphasis on proper scouting is crucial. Identifying and nurturing local talent can strengthen the Super Eagles, creating a balanced team with both domestic and international players. Finidi's experience and success with Enyimba position him well to recognize and develop such talents, potentially revitalizing the national team.
Coach Finidi George has expressed his confidence in the talent within Nigeria's domestic league, stating that at least seven players from the Nigeria Professional Football League NPFL are capable of playing for the Super Eagles. During a media tour, the new Super Eagles coach highlighted the potential of these players and emphasized the importance of proper scouting.
Six, or seven NPFL players can feature for the Super Eagles, declared Finidi. There are talents in the league who are good enough, we only have to scout properly.
Finidi also discussed his expectations for Nigeria's top players in Europe, urging them to replicate their club performances when playing for the national team. The players are doing so well in Europe and I hope they do the same with the Super Eagles, he said. We will motivate them to do what they are doing at their clubs week in, week out.
The former Enyimba coach stressed the importance of results in maintaining his position as head coach. What keeps a manager are the results, even if you have a 10 year contract, Finidi noted. "Results will keep you on the job and I intend to get that.
Editorial
Finidi George's assertion that seven NPFL players are good enough for the Super Eagles underscores the rich talent pool within Nigeria's domestic league. This statement is significant as it highlights the potential for homegrown talents to make a substantial impact on the national team, provided they receive adequate scouting and development opportunities.
The emphasis on proper scouting is crucial. Identifying and nurturing local talent can strengthen the Super Eagles, creating a balanced team with both domestic and international players. Finidi's experience and success with Enyimba position him well to recognize and develop such talents, potentially revitalizing the national team.