Numerous Nigerian football fans have flooded the social media platforms of the new Super Eagles head coach, Bruno Labbadia, urging him to secure World Cup qualification. Labbadia, a German coach selected among other notable tacticians, has sparked discussions in Nigerian football circles since his appointment by the Nigeria Football Federation. The Super Eagles are currently facing challenges, having recently suffered a defeat against Benin Republic. Labbadia is now tasked with the responsibility of guiding the team to qualify for the upcoming World Cup.
Critics have expressed concerns over the NFF’s delayed hiring process and the looming AFCON qualifiers, emphasizing the importance of securing a World Cup spot without excuses. Fans have taken to social media to convey their expectations and warnings to the new coach, emphasizing the necessity of World Cup qualification and success.
Although the details of Labbadia’s contract remain undisclosed, he is expected to assume his role immediately. This means he will be in charge for the Super Eagles’ upcoming 2025 AFCON qualifying match against Benin Republic before leading them to Rwanda shortly after.