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Yemi Olanrewaju has broken his silence after a sensational reunion with former Enyimba boss, Finidi George.
Former Enyimba coach Yemi Olanrewaju has broken his silence following a sensational reunion with former Super Eagles head coach Finidi George.
The 33-year-old tactician has been appointed as the first assistant coach at Rivers United, reuniting with Finidi in a move that has excited fans keen to see them replicate their 2023 success.
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Familiar partnership ready to lift Rivers United
Olanrewaju and Finidi’s partnership is already a proven formula for success. In 2022, Finidi named Olanrewaju as his assistant at Enyimba, where together they led the Aba giants to a record-extending ninth NPFL title in 2023.
Their collaboration was marked by a disciplined yet attacking style that suqeezed opponents throughout the championship campaign.
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Olanrewaju’s role was decisive, showing his ability to develop players and implement modern tactical strategies.
Now, the duo will hope to bring that winning formula to Rivers United, with fans buzzing about the potential for another trophy-laden season.
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The reunion signals a serious intent from Rivers United to challenge for top honours in the NPFL after the Pride of Rivers finished second to Remo Stars in the 2024/2025 season.
Olanrewaju’s Bold Take After Appointment
Following the announcement, Olanrewaju took to his WhatsApp status to share a succinct but powerful message: “New home. No time for long talk, serious work starts immediately. Eyes on the prizes.”
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His words reflect a focused mindset and a readiness to hit the ground running alongside Finidi George.
This appointment not only shows Olanrewaju’s rising profile in Nigerian football but also promises exciting times ahead for Rivers United as they aim to build on the success of their coaching duo’s previous achievements.
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