One Year On: Eric Chelle’s Impact on the Super Eagles
From World Cup qualifiers to AFCON quarter-finals — Nigeria’s journey under Chelle. Exactly one year after Eric Sékou Chelle was announced as head coach of the Nigeria Super Eagles, the Franco-Malian tactician has established a distinct identity for Nigeria’s national team — blending tactical innovation, attacking football, and resilience on the continental stage. Chelle was […]
AFCON 2025: ‘He Sees the Game Before Others’ — Chelle on Iwobi After AFCON 2025 Victory
Fulham midfielder’s tactical mastery earns praise as Nigeria storms into quarter-finals. Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has highlighted the tactical intelligence of midfielder Alex Iwobi following Nigeria’s commanding 4–0 victory over Mozambique in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. The praise comes as the Super Eagles […]
Nigeria’s Super Eagles Kick Off Training for CAF World Cup Playoffs in Rabat
Eric Chelle’s squad gears up for crucial Rabat fixtures The Super Eagles of Nigeria have officially begun preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup CAF playoffs in Rabat, Morocco, with 16 players participating in the team’s first training session on Monday. The camp opened on Sunday with the arrival of ten players and the coaching […]
Super Eagles Coach Chelle Facing Unpaid Salary Ahead of World Cup Playoffs
Unpaid months for Eric Chelle spotlight NFF payment culture ahead of qualifying decider As Nigeria prepares for its crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup play-off tie, coach Eric Chelle finds himself in an unexpected off-field battle: unpaid salaries. According to multiple reports, the Super Eagles boss is yet to receive full remuneration for recent months, raising […]
Super Eagles Squad for Lesotho and Benin Named — Big Guns Return for Must-Win Ties
Super Eagles head coach Éric Sekou Chelle has unveiled his 23-man squad for Nigeria’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Lesotho and Benin Republic. His list includes seasoned leaders William Troost‑Ekong, Alex Iwobi, and Victor Osimhen, among others. Squad Highlights and Key Inclusions Captain Ekong, Calvin Bassey, Bright Osayi-Samuel, and Stanley Nwabali (goalkeeper) […]