Bruno Labbadia rejects Super Eagles job over tax dispute, Eguavoen steps in

Augustine Eguavoen to lead Super Eagles' 2025 AFCON qualifying matches against Benin Republic and Rwanda on September 7 and 1o.

Just days after agreeing to become head coach of the Super Eagles, German tactician Bruno Labbadia has reportedly turned down the Nigeria Football Federation's (NFF) offer due to unresolved tax disputes. Following Labbadia's withdrawal, the NFF has appointed Augustine Eguavoen as interim head coa

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Anthony Nlebem

Head of Sports at BusinessDay Media, a seasoned Digital Content Producer, and FIFA/CAF Accredited Journalist with over a decade of sports reporting.Has a deep understanding of the Nigerian and global sports landscape and skills in delivering comprehensive and insightful sports content.