He wanted his job back, now he has a new role. Three years after he was sacked as Eagles coach for failing to qualify the country to the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations, Samson Siasia has been appointed as Nigeria’s U23 team coach.

“The Committee also appointed Mr. Samson Siasia as the new Head Coach of the U-23 Men’s Team. He will be assisted by Fatai Amoo, while the Technical and Development will recommend the other members of the crew,” said a communiqué signed by executive committee member Suleiman Yahaya-Kwande.