Enyimba FC has officially announced the sack of head coach Yemi Olarenwaju, bringing his tenure with the Aba-based club.
Olarenwaju who initially served as an assistant coach under Finidi George, was appointed as the head coach in August 2024. His promotion followed Finidi’s departure to the Super Eagles and he guided Enyimba to a continental spot in the 2023/2024 season.
However, Olarenwaju’s tenure has been marked by disappointing performances, with the team enduring a winless streak spanning nine games, including seven draws and three losses across all competitions.
In a statement released on Saturday, the club expressed its gratitude for Olarenwaju’s contributions, stating:“We can confirm that Enyimba FC has parted ways with head coach Yemi Olarenwaju. The club thanks him for his services and wishes him the best in his career ahead.”
The decision comes amid a challenging season for the two-time African champions. Enyimba sits at the bottom of Group D in the CAF Confederation Cup with just one point from three matches and currently occupies 11th place in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) standings, with five wins, eight draws, and two losses in 15 games.
Despite efforts to address the team’s struggles, including a 50% salary cut imposed on players by the club’s management, performances on the pitch have not improved.
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Rumors suggest that former Rivers United head coach and ex-Enyimba assistant coach Stanley Eguma is the leading candidate to replace Olarenwaju as the club looks to salvage its season and rebuild for the future.
