Ex-Super Eagles coach Finidi George visits Lagos, Eguavoen's assistants hunt for wins - Here are 3 talking points

Former Super Eagles boss Finidi George escaped defeat at home against 10-men.

Ex-Super Eagles coach Finidi George visits Lagos, Eguavoen's assistants hunt for wins - Here are 3 talking points

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 15:32 - 01.11.2024

A weekend of intrigue in the Nigeria Premier Football League with Super Eagles assistant coaches and ex-boss Finidi George at the centre stage.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) enters game week 10 with a fascinating narrative centered around current Super Eagles coaches and a former national team boss Finidi George

The weekend promises high-stakes action and compelling storylines across multiple matches as teams look to improve their positions on the table.

Finidi George's Unbeaten Run at Stake

In Lagos, former Super Eagles coach Finidi and his Rivers United face a critical test against newbies Ikorodu City. 

George's team has been impressive this season, despite escaping defeat last weekend, boasting an unbeaten record of six wins and three draws from nine matches. 

Rivers United boss Finidi George escaped defeat at home the last time..
Rivers United boss Finidi George escaped defeat at home the last time..

The Pride of Rivers will be looking to continue their remarkable run against the Oga Boys, who are coming off a defeat to Enyimba in Aba.

Ikorodu have won each of their last two matches at their adopted home, the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onika, scoring seven goals, four against Amokachi's Lobi Stars.

Ikorodu City have scored 7 goals in their last two matches at home.
Ikorodu City have scored 7 goals in their last two matches at home.

Super Eagles Assistants Seek Redemption

The weekend also focuses on Super Eagles assistants battling for much-needed victories in the league. 

Fidelis Ilechukwu's Rangers, who are the defending champions, are currently winless in their last four matches, will host Nasarawa United in Enugu. 

Super Eagles boss Augustine Eguavoen and his backroom staff.

Similarly, Daniel Ogunmodede's Remo Stars, who recently lost to Emmanuel Amuneke's Heartland, will welcome Daniel Amokachi's Lobi Stars, who finally won their first game under the former Everton forward, to Ikenne.

These matches represent more than just routine league fixtures; they are crucial opportunities for these coaches to prove their mettle and potentially turn their seasons around. 

Barrister Amobi Ezeaku, Rangers CEO, and Fidelis Ilechukwu, coach will now focus on their title defence. (Photo Credit: OgaNla Media/X)

With national team connections and past glories adding extra layers of intrigue, football fans are in for an exciting weekend of NPFL action.