16th March, 2013
Taiwo Adelu
Former Super Eagles of Nigeria’s captain, Sunday Oliseh, has been appointed into the FIFA Technical Study Group.
Oliseh broke the news of his appointment by the world soccer governing body on social media networking website, Twitter on Saturday .
The ex-Super Eagles’ captain wrote via his Twitter account: “BREAKING NEWS: F.I.F.A (Federation International de Football Federation)Appoints Oliseh…am honored!”
The former Ajax Amsterdam man is however “flattered” by his appointment into the FIFA Technical Study Group.
“It is with great honour that I share with you my appointment by the world’s football governing body, FIFA as a member of its Technical Study Group amongst other functions.
“I am flattered to be a part of this football family and I believe that this is a blessed period not only for me personally but for my beloved nation, Nigeria!” Oliseh, a SuperSport Soccer Analyst further stated on his official website, www.sundayoliseh.tv.
Oliseh holds a UEFA Pro Licence in coaching and made more than 60 appearances for Nigeria between 1993 and 2002.