Super Eagles head coach Eric Sekou Chelle is doing everything he can to guarantee the Super Eagles earn one of Africa’s qualifying spots ahead of this month’s pivotal 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
The Super Eagles are now in a perilous fifth spot in Group C of the African qualifiers after three draws and one loss. To earn the top slot, which ensures automatic qualification for the tournament co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico next year, they will need to step up their challenge against Rwanda, South Africa, and the Benin Republic.
A second-place finish in the group would leave the team relying on a play-off system. The four best-ranked runners-up from the nine African qualifying groups will compete in an additional play-off, with the winner advancing to the inter-confederation play-offs, where two remaining World Cup slots will be decided. To this end, the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, has met all the demands of Head Coach Chelle regarding the two upcoming fixtures, including providing video clips of Rwanda, Zimbabwe, and recent Super Eagles matches.
“Chelle requested video footage of games involving Rwanda and Zimbabwe, and we have provided them,” a senior NFF official told Completesports.com.
“He also wanted to analyse Super Eagles matches to assess the strengths and weaknesses of every player he has called up. He is keen to understand his players both at club and international levels, and the NFF has fully supported him in this regard.”
Our source added: “Chelle and his assistants have been closely studying the tactical approach of both Rwanda and Zimbabwe. He also wants to identify Super Eagles players who perform well for their clubs but struggle at the national level. His message is clear–he expects the same level of energy and commitment they show in their club sides when they wear the Super Eagles jersey.”
After their club engagements, the foreign-based players will arrive in Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, where the coach, his assistants, and backroom staff will travel the next weekend.
Source: Complete Sports
