Former Super Eagles captain Sunday Oliseh has been appointed to IFAB’s advisory panel, a powerful group that shapes the global rules of football.
- Oliseh shared the news via a post on X, calling it an “honour”
- IFAB (International Football Association Board) determines global football laws
- He joins other legends like Arsène Wenger, Luis Figo, and Esteban Cambiasso
- Ex-teammate Daniel Amokachi is also on the panel
- The board includes players, coaches, FIFPro and ECA reps, and technical experts
This appointment isn’t just a personal milestone for Oliseh, it’s a quiet power move for Nigerian football on the global stage. As part of IFAB’s 21-member advisory panel, he’ll have a seat at the table where the laws of the world’s most popular sport are debated and shaped.From offside tweaks to time-wasting rules, what happens here trickles down to every pitch, from the World Cup to grassroots football. And for Nigeria, it’s one more voice in a room that often feels far from home.
Could Oliseh’s voice shift future football rules? Either way, it’s a proud moment and a reminder that Nigerian talent belongs at the top.
