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Finidi George shares nostalgic 1995 Ajax throwback with Kanu on X, celebrating their Champions League and Intercontinental Cup wins, inspiring Nigerian football’s golden era.
Former Super Eagles coach and Nigerian football legend Finidi George has taken fans down memory lane, sharing a nostalgic throwback to his golden era at Ajax with fellow great Nwankwo Kanu. Posting on X, Finidi wrote:
Finidi’s time at Ajax remains legendary. Joining the Dutch giants in 1993, he quickly became a key figure, helping the club to three Eredivisie titles (1993–94, 1994–95, 1995–96), two Johan Cruyff Shields, and the famous Champions League victory in 1995.
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Former Super Eagles coach Finidi George beaten in Kano State
Former Super Eagles coach Finidi George and his Rivers United suffered major setback in the NPFL after a heartbreaking defeat on the road against Kano Pillars.
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Alongside Kanu, he also lifted the UEFA Super Cup and the Intercontinental Cup that same year, cementing their status as trailblazers for African footballers in Europe.
Taking to his official account on X, the former winger shared the classic throwback with his former teammate.
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“That unforgettable year - 1995 Intercontinental triumph with Ajax and the great Kanu Nwankwo.”
The post celebrates a historic chapter in Nigerian and European football, when Finidi and Kanu played key roles in Ajax’s remarkable success.
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The 1995 season saw Ajax conquer Europe and the world, clinching the UEFA Champions League and the Intercontinental Cup, with both Nigerians integral to the squad’s achievements.
Their partnership at Ajax not only brought trophies but inspired a generation of Nigerian players, marking a period when the Super Eagles’ influence was felt on the grandest stages of world football.
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Finidi’s recent post is a powerful reminder of those unforgettable days, the fantastic bond with Kanu, and the pride they brought to Nigeria.
The legacy of Finidi, who was recently honoured by both Ajax and Real Betis on his 54th birthday, and that of his compatriot Kanu remain shining examples of Nigerian excellence on the global stage.
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