Tag: Eric Chelle
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Nigeria coach Eric Chelle returns to Europe for player scouting
After Nigeria’s draw against Zimbabwe, Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has returned to Europe to continue scouting and monitoring potential players, Nigeriasoccernet.com gathered. The French-born tactician began his tenure with a goalless draw against Rwanda in Kigali, followed by another stalemate against Zimbabwe. With Nigeria competing for the sole qualification spot in their group,…
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2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Chelle demands focus ahead of Zimbabwe clash
Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has urged his team to maintain their focus as they prepare to host Zimbabwe in their next 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The Super Eagles boosted their qualifying hopes with a 2-0 win over Rwanda on Friday, moving up to fourth place in Group C with six points…
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Eric Chelle: Beating Rwanda is non-negotiable
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has made it clear that securing victory against Rwanda in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier is a must, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Chelle emphasized the importance of the must-win clash at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali on Friday. “I just want to be with…
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Eguavoen: Iheanacho omission would be “unfair”
Former Nigeria coach Augustine Eguavoen believes it would be unjust if Kelechi Iheanacho is left out of Eric Chelle’s final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Iheanacho was included in Chelle’s expanded 39-man squad, but there are indications that the Leicester City forward may be dropped from…
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Remo Stars congratulate Bankole on Super Eagles call-up
Nigerian club Remo Stars have congratulated their goalkeeper Kayode Bankole on his maiden call-up to the Super Eagles, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Bankole was named in the 38-man provisional squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, as announced by head coach Eric Chelle on Tuesday. ??Congratulations to our goalkeeper, Kayode Bankole…
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Eric Chelle checks on Super Eagles players ahead of qualifiers
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle and his assistant Hedi Taboubi have been visiting players ahead of Nigeria’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. On Friday, the duo watched winger Moses Simon in action for Nantes in their Ligue 1 match against Brest at the Stade de la Beaujoire.…
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Tella targets Super Eagles recall after impressive form
Bayer Leverkusen forward Nathan Tella is hoping to earn a recall to the Nigeria national team, the Super Eagles, after a string of impressive performances, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Tella, 25, has not featured for Nigeria since making his debut in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe in 2023. However, his recent form for Leverkusen,…
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Akpom reiterates desire to play for Nigeria’s Super Eagles
Ajax striker, Chuba Akpom has reaffirmed his commitment to playing for Nigeria’s Super Eagles, despite not receiving an invitation since switching his international allegiance in 2019, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Akpom, 29, was born in London to Nigerian parents and represented England at youth level, but is still eligible to play for Nigeria. “I try to give…
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Rohr wishes Chelle success with Super Eagles
Former Nigeria coach Gernot Rohr has wished new Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle all the best with his new team, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Rohr, who is now the technical adviser of the Benin national team, expressed hope that Chelle will gain valuable experience on the job and succeed with the Super Eagles. “I wish all…
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AFCON Draw: Eric Chelle focused on World Cup Qualifiers
Nigeria Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle has decided to focus on the World Cup Qualifiers, which are of immediate consequence rather than the African Cup of Nations coming up later, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The former Mali senior National team Coach was asked after the AFCON draw, but he quickly switched to the World Cup Qualifiers, where the…
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“It’s a well deserved move” – Malian forward Lassine Sinayoko confident of Eric Chelle’s Super Eagles success
Malian forward Lassine Sinayoko has given his blessings to his former NT gaffer Eric Sekou Chelle who was announced as the Super Eagles head coach earlier this month ahead of the 2025 AFCON which is set to take center stage in Morocco, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The AJ Auxerre who played a crucial role in Mali’s incredible…
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Coach Chelle to attend AFCON 2025 Draw
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, will attend the draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Rabat, Morocco, on Monday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. The draw ceremony will take place at the Mohammed V National Theatre, with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) set to announce the draw procedure this weekend. Nigeria, three-time AFCON champions,…
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Ilechukwu pledges support for new Super Eagles boss Chelle
Rangers International head coach, Fidelis Ilechukwu, has expressed his commitment to supporting new Super Eagles handler, Eric Chelle, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Ilechukwu, along with other coaches handling the Super Eagles B team, welcomed Chelle at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne. In a post on his official X handle, Ilechukwu revealed how elated he is…
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Evans Ogenyi calls for Nigeriann support ahead of crucial continental clash
Evans Ogenyi, the coach of Rivers United, is rallying Nigerians to maintain hope and support as the team embarks on their continental journey this weekend, facing APC Lobito of Angola in a pivotal match, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports. Although the Pride of Rivers won the first leg 3-0 but the Port Harcourt are siting third in Group…