Coach of the Malawi national team quits after loss to Nigeria

Supersport.com September 7, 2013 Tom Saintfiet has quit as coach of the Malawi national team following his side’s 0-2 loss to Nigeria in a 2014 World Cup qualifying game in Calabar on Saturday. Saintfiet whose appointment was ratified on July 2 by the Football Association of Malawi (FAM) explained that he had an “agreement till midnight on Saturday” with FAM.

The Belgian also revealed that his major aim as Malawi coach was to mastermind a stunning success against the reigning African champions, Nigeria in Calabar, a feat he failed to achieve. 

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Namibia coach quits 24hrs ahead of clash with Nigeria (Death Threats)

Roger Palmgren has quit as Namibia coach after receiving unspecified threats, the country's football association said on Monday.  "Palmgren tendered his resignation due to serious threats directed toward him and his family," a national football association statement said. 

The Swede's resignation comes just 48 hours before the 'Brave Warriors' host Group F leaders Nigeria in a must-win 2014 World Cup qualifier.  Namibia have to collect maximum points at Sam Nujoma Stadium Wednesday to keep alive slim hopes of making the 10-nation final elimination round.