Gernot rohr latest news
Gernot Rohr is the current head coach of the Nigeria national football team, the Super Eagles. Here are some of the latest news and updates about him:
Recent Appointments
- In August 2022, Rohr was appointed as the head coach of the Nigerian national team for a fourth term, signing a two-year contract extension.
Recent Matches and Results
- In September 2022, Nigeria played a friendly match against Ecuador, which ended in a 3-2 defeat for the Super Eagles.
- In October 2022, Nigeria played a 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Sierra Leone, which ended in a 0-0 draw.
Team Selection and Squad
- In October 2022, Rohr named a 23-man squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Sierra Leone and Sao Tome and Principe.
- In November 2022, Rohr called up 25 players for a friendly match against Algeria, which was later cancelled due to logistical issues.
Player Selection Controversies
- In October 2022, Rohr faced criticism for omitting some experienced players from the squad for the Sierra Leone match, including goalkeeper Maduka Okoye and defender William Troost-Ekong.
- In November 2022, Rohr was criticized for selecting some players who were not in top form, including midfielder Oghenekaro Etebo.
Contract Extension
- In August 2022, Rohr signed a two-year contract extension with the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), which will keep him in charge of the Super Eagles until 2024.
Other News
- In October 2022, Rohr expressed his desire to qualify Nigeria for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying that it would be a "dream come true" for him.
- In November 2022, Rohr praised the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) for their support and commitment to the development of Nigerian football.
Please note that these are just some of the latest news and updates about Gernot Rohr, and the information may not be exhaustive or up-to-date.