Samson siasia news
Samson Siasia is a Nigerian former professional footballer and coach. Here are some recent news updates about him:
- Samson Siasia's ban lifted: In October 2020, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) lifted the ban imposed on Siasia by FIFA in 2019. The ban was imposed due to allegations of match-fixing and corruption.
- Return to coaching: After the ban was lifted, Siasia expressed his desire to return to coaching and was reportedly in talks with the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) to take charge of the national team.
- NFF appointment: In November 2020, Siasia was appointed as the head coach of the Nigerian U-23 team, also known as the Dream Team, ahead of the 2021 Africa U-23 Cup of Nations.
- COVID-19 challenges: In December 2020, Siasia spoke about the challenges faced by the Nigerian football team due to the COVID-19 pandemic, including the difficulty in preparing for international matches.
- Talent development: Siasia has emphasized the importance of developing young talent in Nigerian football, stating that the country needs to focus on nurturing young players to compete with other top teams in the world.
- Legacy and achievements: Siasia is remembered for his achievements as a player and coach, including winning the African Cup of Nations with the Nigerian national team in 1994 and guiding the U-20 team to the FIFA World Cup final in 2005.
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