Mallorca appoints Finidi as coach

Former Super Eagles’ winger, George Finidi, has been appointed as coach by Spanish side, RCD Mallorca, The Eagle Online has gathered.
Finito, as he is popularly called, who was a member of the Super Eagles squad to USA ’94 and France ’98 FIFA World Cup, was saddled with the responsibility of guiding Mallorca Team B.
Once described as the best right winger in the world, Finidi George moved to Europe from Sharks of Port Harcourt in 1993, where he earned plaudits for his impressive performances.
He was so good that his No. 7 jersey became synonymous with grace and elegance as he ran past defenders, delivering passes that seemed to simplify the work of his strikers.
He played at the highest level, featured at the 1994 World Cup and even had a goal to his credit.
The 41-year-old retired from playing in 2004 after a trophy-laden 15-year career, which included winning the Africa Cup of Nations in 1994 and three league titles and the 1995 Champions League with Dutch side, Ajax.
On retirement from football, however, Finito remained behind in Spain, a depressed man.
He had to make do with walking the beaches in Mallorca trying to adjust to life after football.