Jose Peseiro, the former head coach of the Nigerian national team, has discussed his departure. Peseiro resigned in February of this year after his contract expired.
The Portuguese were appointed on May 15, 2022. Earlier this year, he led the Super Eagles to a second-place finish at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire.
Peseiro stated that he would have abandoned his position even if the Super Eagles had won the competition.
‘I decided that when I finish the AFCON, I will leave. I had put too much effort in my job, it was too much stress. Everyone supported me – my family and the players but I grew fatigue, I thought it was enough for me, even if I had won the AFCON,” Peseiro told SABC.
The former Saudi Arabia and Venezuela coach also reflected on his time with the Super Eagles.
Nigeria was an amazing job, with good players.
“We played very well in the AFCON. I think our team was the best until we lost to Cote d’Ivoire in the tournament,” added Peseiro.
