Former Nigerian international, Bright Omokaro has warned Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George to shun any form of undue influence in players selection ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers slated for June.

Omokaro stated this on the backdrop of Finidi’s appointment as the new Senior national team coach.

He also hailed the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) for looking inward and making such bold decision.

In a chat with the Nigeria News Agency (NAN), Omokaro said that he will do everything to help Finidi succeed but warned him not to be influenced in his players selection.

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“In fact, I am so excited to hear the appointment of Finidi George as the national team coach. I know he will perform well.

“Let’s look at the present African champion at the last Nation’s Cup—Cote d’Ivoire. They came with their indigenous coach; the same as Senegal and other formidable teams, and they all performed well.

“I will back Finidi with all my strength to be successful as the Eagle’s coach,” he said.

“George’s pedigree in football is very high; a good name is better than riches, he has played football at higher levels.

“I urge him to know what he is doing. He should stick to the job, and be determined to bring the best result for the country.

“The expectations are high at this point in time, especially when the Eagles are preparing to qualify for the 2026 World Cup; all eyes will be on him now.

“All Nigerians are awaiting him to build a formidable team, to bring good results, and shun undue influence in selecting players,” he said.

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