Finidi hails video analyst for breaking down weaknesses, strengths of South Africa's team

Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George hailed his video analyst, Mehmet Ozturk for an "amazing job" after he broke down the strengths and weaknesses of the South African team.

The Super Eagles will take on South Africa in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying tie at the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja on Friday, June 7.

This will be Finidi George's first competitive game since officially confirmed as head coach.

“It’s a well calculated pick; we also have the fitness coach which is needed in modern day football and a match analyst. What that guy has done so far is amazing,” Finidi said at a media parley in Lagos.

“What he has sent to me, analyzing player by player, not the Super Eagles players but the opponents.

“We play South Africa first. What I have on my phone is amazing. It is not that I’m not watching but when someone will break it down, the strengths and weaknesses, it’s a fantastic job.”

The Super Eagles will face the Squirrels of Benin Republic at the Stade Felix Houphouet Boigny, Abidjan three days after the game with South Africa.