Back to the Soccer Newsfeed

Rohr to stay as Nigeria coach despite Afcon disappointment

Gernot Rohr will remain as Nigeria coach, despite the country’s Africa Cup of Nations disappointment in Egypt.

The Super Eagles’ fourth African title hopes faded into thin air following a 2-1 defeat to Algeria in the semi-final.

Defeat to Djamel Belmadi’s men have prompted much soul searching in Nigeria and led to intense speculation over the future of Rohr.

However, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has played down any sack ambition insisting that the German will stay at the helm, having met 2019 Afcon target.

Editors' Picks

Also, he will be sent on a refresher training with Germany topflight outfit, Bayern Munich with a view of upgrading his technical ability.