Oliseh honoured with IFAB appointment

Former Super Eagles midfielder Sunday Oliseh has been appointed to the International Football Association Board (IFAB).

Oliseh shared the news via his official X handle on Monday, expressing his excitement.

“Thrilled to announce my appointment to the International Football Association Board (IFAB)!

“IFAB is the global guardian of football’s laws, responsible for determining the laws of football, shaping the beautiful game for players and fans worldwide. Honoured to contribute to its mission!”

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After retiring from professional football, Oliseh transitioned into coaching and football administration, including a stint as head coach of Nigeria’s national team, the Super Eagles.

He has also held managerial roles at various European clubs.

Recognizing his insight and experience, FIFA appointed him to its technical study groups for major tournaments such as the 2016 Rio Olympics and the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

In these roles, Oliseh collaborated with renowned figures like Arsène Wenger and Jürgen Klinsmann, contributing to game analysis and helping shape the future of football at the global level.

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