Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro has announced he will not be renewing his contract with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).
Peseiro’s contract officially ended yesterday, February 29.
The Portuguese guided the Super Eagles to second position in the competition losing 2-1 to hosts Cote d’Ivoire in the final of the recently concluded AFCON.
Peseiro announced his decision to quit on the social media today, March 1.
“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,” reads a statement on his X handle.
“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.”
