Jose Peseiro has stepped down as the head coach of the Super Eagles following their journey to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, where they were defeated by Cote d’Ivoire.
Despite initial contract renewal negotiations, Peseiro officially concluded his tenure with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) yesterday.
In a heartfelt statement, he expressed pride and gratitude for the 22 months of dedication and shared his fondness for the team.
“Yesterday, we concluded our contract with the NFF. It was a pride and honor to coach the Super Eagles. It has been 22 months of immense dedication, sacrifice, emotion, and enormous enthusiasm. We feel a sense of fulfillment,” he wrote on his X account Friday afternoon.
“We would like to express our gratitude to Sir Amaju Pinnick (the president who signed us), President Ibrahim Gusau, General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi, Secretary Dayo Enebi, the NFF, all the Staff, and especially all the PLAYERS, with whom leading has been a great pleasure.
“Guys, we are thankful; it has been a privilege to be part of this family. We will miss you, but we will always be there for you, no matter where you are. A big hug to all of you.”
