BREAKING! Rivers United Appoints Finidi George as New Technical Manager

Rivers United Football Club has today, July 3, 2024, announced the appointment of Finidi George as the new Technical Manager, following the dismissal of Stanley Eguma.

Finidi boasts of a wealth of experience and expertise, from his playing days which span over fifteen years. His remarkable credentials include winning the Africa Cup of Nations with the Super Eagles in 1994, the UEFA Champions League with Ajax in 1995, and winning the Nigeria Premier Football League with Enyimba International FC in 2022/23 as a coach.

Okey Kpalukwu, General Manager of Rivers United FC, welcomed Finidi George, as he said that it will be a new chapter for the club.

“We are delighted to have Finidi George join our team. His appointment marks a new chapter in our club’s history, and we are committed to working together to achieve success.”

Finidi George expressed his gratitude to the club’s management for putting faith in him.

“I am honoured to have this opportunity, and I thank the Sports Commissioner, the General Manager, and the supporters for their confidence in me. I am committed to working hard and making the team win.”

Finidi George will be unveiled officially on Thursday, July 4, by 2 pm at Sharks Stadium, Rivers State.