José Peseiro: Super Eagles head coach reveals the real reason he signed a contract extension with Nigeria

 However, despite several criticisms, he chose to remain with the team by signing a contract extension in 2023. 

Clinching the prestigious Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title stands atop Pesiro’s list of priorities, and this is the real reason behind his contract renewal despite facing several challenges as the Super Eagles coach.

"When I signed the contract, I said I wanted to win the AFCON," declared Peseiro, as reported by Brilla, emphasising his unwavering determination to lead his team to victory. 

Before the start of the tournament, not many pundits and fans tipped the Super Eagles to lift the trophy in Ivory Coast. 

However, a water-tight defence that has kept four clean sheets in seven games and a never-say-die attitude has helped the team get to the final. 

Nigeria are in their eighth AFCON final, going up against the hosts Ivory Coast, who they had defeated 1-0 during the group stage. 

Having lifted the trophy three times, victory in the final will see them add a fourth, while Peseiro achieves his dream of winning the AFCON with Nigeria.