NPFL:  Nasarawa United hire former Super Eagles coach to save them from relegation battle

NPFL: Nasarawa United hire former Super Eagles coach to save them from relegation battle

Hassan Abdulsalam 07:59 - 17.02.2025

Nasarawa United have appointed former Super Eagles coach Salisu Yusuf as new gaffer.

Nasarawa United have announced the former Chief Coach of the Super Eagles, Salisu Yusuf, as the new Technical Director of the club.

This follows the departure of former Technical Director Kabir Dogo, who left after a mutual agreement between the club and the coach.

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The decision comes after a disappointing run in the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season, with results falling short of expectations.

What the club said

"Due to the precarious situation of the club, we have decided to make a change. We appreciate Coach Dogo's contributions to the team, but we feel it is time for a new direction.

"We are pleased to announce the appointment of Coach Salisu Yusuf as the new Technical Director of Nasarawa United.

"Coach Yusuf brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, and we are confident that he will help the team achieve its goals," the club's statement read.

Yusuf, who holds a CAF 'A' coaching licence, boasts an impressive resume, having worked extensively with club and national teams in Nigeria.

His appointment is seen as a major boost to the team, and fans will be hoping that he can turn the team's fortunes around.

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