Defense of Finidi George: A Rebuttal to the Critics
As the news of Finidi George's resignation as the coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria broke, many critics were quick to pounce on his tenure, labeling him a "bad coach." However, I firmly believe that these criticisms are unfair and misguided. Firstly, let's address the issue of Finidi's decision not to invite Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, to the team. Contrary to popular opinion, this was not a snub, but rather a result of Ekong's own admission of injury. Finidi cannot be faulted for prioritizing the player's health and well-being. Furthermore, the public outburst by Victor Osimhen against Finidi after his resignation was unprofessional and unwarranted. Despite Finidi's efforts to clear the air and reach out to Osimhen, the player was not made to apologize publicly for his actions. This lack of accountability is disappointing, to say the least. It's also important to remember Finidi's impressive track record as a coach. In his f