Abdullahi Biffo Flying Eagles assistant coach appointment expected as NFF prepares to confirm Abdu Maikaba-led technical team reshuffle

Abdullahi Biffo is set to be named as one of the assistant coaches to Abdu Maikaba in the Nigeria Under-20 national team, the Flying Eagles, in a move expected to be confirmed by the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, in the coming days.

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Abdullahi Biffo Flying Eagles assistant coach appointment comes as the NFF prepares a technical reshuffle following the expected handover of the team’s leadership to Abdu Maikaba, who is anticipated to take over from former head coach Aliyu Zubairu.

The planned changes are part of a broader effort to restructure the Flying Eagles setup after the team’s early exit at the last FIFA U-20 World Cup, where they were eliminated in the second round.

Biffo, who previously served as an assistant coach with the Golden Eaglets, is expected to bring added experience to the youth national team structure as he steps up into the Flying Eagles technical crew.

The Abdullahi Biffo Flying Eagles assistant coach appointment would also mark a continuation of his steady rise within Nigerian football coaching circles, having worked with several Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, clubs including Kwara United, Sporting Lagos, and Katsina United.

His familiarity with domestic football development is seen as a key factor in his expected inclusion, as the NFF looks to strengthen the team’s tactical depth and developmental pathway ahead of future international competitions.

While the federation has yet to make an official announcement, sources indicate that confirmation of the new technical team, including Maikaba’s leadership and Biffo’s role as assistant coach, is imminent.

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As anticipation builds, attention now turns to how the revamped Flying Eagles coaching structure will shape the team’s preparations for upcoming tournaments and restore competitive momentum at youth level.