LAGOS, NIGERIA (VOICE OF NAIJA) Jose Peseiro has revealed his decision to resign from his position as head coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria.
Peseiro took to his social media page on Friday to announce his resignation.
The Portuguese national disclosed that his contract with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expired, and both parties have failed to reach an agreement on a new deal.
After being appointed as the head coach of the Eagles in 2022, Peseiro reflected on his tenure, describing it as “22 months marked by immense dedication, sacrifice, emotional moments, and an overwhelming amount of enthusiasm.”
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He expressed gratitude to the players and top brass at NFF.
“Yesterday, we concluded our contract with the NFF. It was a pride and honour to coach the Super Eagles. It has been 22 months of immense dedication, sacrifice, emotion, and enormous enthusiasm. We feel a sense of fulfilment,” the tweet reads.
“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.”
Peseiro led Nigeria to a second-place finish at the recently concluded Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cote d’Ivoire. The team lost 2-1 to the hosts in the final.