Thomas Dennerby Set to Return as Super Falcons Coach

Thomas Dennerby Set to Return as Super Falcons Coach

Swedish tactician Thomas Dennerby is on the verge of returning as head coach of the Super Falcons, with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the experienced coach said to be in advanced negotiations over a possible second spell.

The move comes after a difficult period for Nigeria’s women’s national team, which recently surrendered its continental title and suffered the disappointment of failing to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Sportsbeat.ng understands that discussions between the NFF and Dennerby have progressed significantly, with both parties keen on reaching an agreement.

A top source close to the negotiations told Sportsbeat.ng that the Swedish coach could be announced soon, provided the remaining details surrounding his contract, remuneration, welfare and working conditions are successfully resolved.

“Dennerby will be announced soonest if all agreements on his remuneration, welfare and conditions of work are smoothened.

The talks are progressing well and both parties are eager to work together,” the source revealed to Sportsbeat.ng.

Dennerby is no stranger to the Super Falcons, having previously managed the team between 2018 and 2019.

During his first stint, he guided Nigeria to victory at the 2018 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations in Ghana, helping the Falcons retain their continental crown.

He also led Nigeria to the knockout stage of the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in France, where the Falcons reached the Round of 16.

However, his first tenure ended abruptly in October 2019 after he resigned amid a dispute with the NFF over contractual and administrative issues.

His possible return would therefore represent a remarkable turnaround and a major statement of intent by the NFF as it seeks to rebuild the Super Falcons and restore Nigeria’s dominance in African women’s football.

With the next generation of Nigerian female players emerging and the team facing the task of rebuilding after recent setbacks, Dennerby’s experience, familiarity with the Falcons and previous success could make his return a significant part of Nigeria’s revival plan.

The NFF is expected to make an official announcement once the outstanding contractual details are concluded.