COACH IMAMA AMAPAKABO (Abia Warriors)
Imama Amapakabo is known for his disciplined and organized approach to the game. He emphasizes defensive solidity and quick counter-attacks, which has earned Abia Warriors a reputation for being difficult to beat.
In the tournament, Amapakabo will focus on fine-tuning his team’s shape and structure, ensuring they are hard to break down and can capitalize on scoring opportunities.
COACH KENNEDY BOBOYE (Sunshine Stars)
Kennedy Boboye is a tactically astute coach who prioritizes possession football and high-intensity pressing.
He encourages his Sunshine Stars players to take risks and play with flair, which has resulted in some exciting performances.
In the Pre-season tournament, Boboye will aim to refine his team’s attacking play and exploit weaknesses in opposing teams.
COACH FINDI GEORGE (Rivers United)
Findi George is a seasoned coach with a pragmatic approach. He focuses on building a strong team ethos and getting the best out of his players.
George will use the tournament to assess his squad’s depth and identify areas for improvement, particularly in attack, where Rivers United has struggled to find consistency.
COACH LADAN BOSSO (Bayelsa United)
Ladan Bosso is an experienced coach with a reputation for developing young talent. He emphasizes technical skill and intelligent playmaking, which has helped Bayelsa United punch above their weight.
Bosso will look to blood new players and test different formations, seeking to find the right balance for the upcoming season.
COACH KABIR DOGO (Kwara United)
Kabir Dogo is a no-nonsense coach who demands hard work and dedication from his players. He sets up his teams to be compact and resilient, with a focus on quick transitions.
Dogo will aim to instil a winning mentality in his Kwara United squad and identify the right blend of experience and youth.
COACH BABA GANIRU (Akwa United)
Baba Ganiru is a coach with a passion for attacking football. He encourages his Akwa United players to express themselves and take risks in possession.
Ganiru will use the tournament to refine his team’s attacking play and find the right balance between creativity and defensive responsibility.
COACH MONDAY ODIGIE (Insurance of Benin)
Monday, Odigie is a coach with a wealth of experience in Nigerian football. He emphasizes discipline, organization, and set-piece expertise, which has made Insurance of Benin a formidable opponent.
Odigie aims to use the pre-season tournament to focus on fine-tuning his team’s defensive solidity and identifying opportunities to catch opponents off guard.
COACH GENESIS SUOMOKUMO
(Krusaders)
Genesis Simunkumo is the youngest coach in the tournament, bringing a fresh and innovative approach to the game. He emphasizes high-intensity pressing, quick transitions, and technical skills.
Despite his youth, Genesis has already shown promise in his coaching career and will use the Diri Pre-Season Tournament to test his tactics and develop his Krusaders squad.
