Former Super Eagles manager Jose Peseiro has earned a prestigious nomination for the International Federation of Football History and Stats (IFFHS) Men’s National Team Coach of the Year award.
Peseiro, who guided Nigeria to a silver medal at this year’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), joins a 20-man shortlist, including top coaches like Spain’s Luis de la Fuente, England’s Gareth Southgate, and Argentina’s Lionel Scaloni.
The Portuguese coach received acclaim for his defensive coaching that helped fortify a Nigerian squad known for its attacking strength. Under Peseiro’s guidance, the Super Eagles came close to securing their first AFCON title since 2013, showcasing a strong run despite personnel challenges in defense.
Peseiro’s departure earlier this year, after his contract expired, left the Nigeria Football Federation still seeking a permanent replacement. His legacy, however, continues, with this IFFHS nomination recognizing his contributions to Nigerian football.
Full List of Nominees:
1. Luis de la Fuente [Spain]
2. Gareth Southgate [England]
3. Didier Deschamps [France]
4. Ronald Koeman [Netherlands]
5. Julian Nagelsmann [Germany]
6. Vincenzo Montella [Turkey]
7. Murat Yakin [Switzerland]
8. Willy Sagnol [Georgia]
9. Lionel Scaloni [Argentina]
10. Néstor Lorenzo [Colombia]
11. Marcelo Bielsa [Uruguay]
12. Fernando Batista [Venezuela]
13. Jesse Marsch [Canada]
14. Thomas Christiansen [Panama]
15. Emerse Faé [Ivory Coast]
16. José Peseiro [Nigeria]
17. Hugo Broos [South Africa]
18. Bartolomé “Tintín” Márquez [Qatar]
19. Hussein Ammouta [Jordan]
20. Darren Bazeley [New Zealand]
