Nigeria: Eguavoen Open To Coaching Super Eagles For 2026 World Cup Qualifiers

Interim head coach of Nigerias Super Eagles Augustine Eguavoen has expressed his willingness to continue leading the team through the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers if the Nigeria Football Federation NFF calls on him, .

However, the former international defender has also urged the federation to swiftly decide on appointing a permanent manager, emphasizing the importance of clarity and preparation.

Eguavoen, who took the reins in September, successfully led Nigeria to secure qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Despite this achievement, the NFF remains intent on appointing a foreign coach to lead the three-time African champions.

With the World Cup qualifiers resuming in March 2025, Eguavoen has stressed the urgency of finalizing the coaching situation.