The Nigeria Football Federation’s vice-president, Shehu Dikko, has commended national team head coach, Jose Peseiro, for his courageous decisions during the match against South Africa in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations.
In a post on his verified X page, Dikko praised Peseiro for trusting other players in crucial moments of the game as the Super Eagles secured victory in a penalty shoot-out against Bafana Bafana in the semi-final.
Dikko’s message conveyed immense appreciation for Peseiro’s boldness, competence, and confidence in making strategic substitutions, even replacing the top three strikers and two central midfielders, and trusting an alternate central defender for the penalty kicks. The vice-president’s words echoed the sentiment of belief and respect towards Peseiro’s fearless coaching, acknowledging the fantastic outcome achieved.
