NPFL: Rivers United unveil Finidi George as Technical Manager

Nigerian footballing legend Finidi George has been unveiled as the new Technical Manager of Rivers United in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL).

As reported by PREMIUM TIMES on Wednesday, the unveiling ceremony took place on Thursday, 4 July, at the Sharks Stadium, marking a homecoming for Finidi, who began his professional career at the club (then known as Sharks FC).

“I am thrilled to be here,” George said at the unveiling. “This is where I grew up. I left this place as a footballer, and I’m back as a coach. Rivers United is a big team, and seeing the results last season inspired me to come back and contribute.”