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IFC Boss Backs Foreign Coach for Super Eagles, Hails Ekong’s Leadership
Barrister Rotimi Alli, Chairman of the Ibadan Football Council, has made a strong case for appointing a high-caliber foreign coach to lead the Super Eagles. Speaking at the Ex-University of Ibadan Footballers Association’s monthly meeting, Alli emphasized the need for a coach with a strong pedigree to manage the team.
“I’m not underrating our local coaches, but with the current mindset of our players, I believe a foreign coach with a proven track record can make a significant impact,” Alli said. “We need someone who can motivate and guide our players effectively, especially given our challenging situation in the World Cup Qualifiers.”
Alli identified Samson Siasia and Sunday Oliseh as the only two Nigerian coaches capable of managing the team effectively, citing Siasia’s past success and Oliseh’s impressive credentials, despite his temper issues.
The IFC boss also praised William Troost-Ekong, rating him as the Super Eagles’ best player. “Ekong’s leadership qualities, passion, and dedication on the field are unparalleled,” Alli said. “He’s an exceptional player who always gives his all for the team.”
Alli, affectionately known as “Libero” during his playing days, believes that Ekong’s exceptional qualities make him a standout performer for the Super Eagles. With a foreign coach at the helm, Alli hopes the team can overcome their current challenges and achieve success in the World Cup Qualifiers.
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Agada Shines with Brace as Orijent Beat Karlovac 2-0
Nigerian forward Charles Adah Agada scored twice as HNK Orijent secured a 2-0 away victory over Karlovac 1919 in the Croatian SuperSport Prva NL on Saturday.
Orijent produced an impressive performance at the Branko Čavlović-Čavlek Stadium in Karlovac to claim all three points in the league encounter.
Agada, a former Mavlon FC of Lagos attacker, was the standout performer, finding the net twice to help the visitors overcome their hosts and strengthen their position in the league campaign.
Orijent went into the half-time break with a 1-0 advantage before extending their lead in the second half.
The Nigerian striker completed his brace with the goal that made it 2-0 in the 57th minute.
Karlovac were unable to find a response as Orijent held on to their advantage to secure victory away from home.
The result represents an important boost for Orijent, who will look to build on the performance in their subsequent league fixtures.
For Agada, the brace underlines his value to the team as Orijent continue their campaign in Croatia’s second-tier football competition.
He has built an important role on loan at the club and has successfully established himself as a regular fixture in their lineup, appearing in all 8 league matches so far this season.
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