On Tuesday, Notts County director of football Sven-Goran Eriksson also ruled himself out of the running to replace Lars Lagerback as Sweden manager.

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Heading into their next game in Group B against Greece, Etuhu praised the influence of coach Lars Lagerback, who took over the Super Eagles in February.

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The Dutchman was also linked with the vacant Nigeria coaching role, which subsequently went to former Sweden manager Lars Lagerback, who signed a five-month contract on Friday.

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