The Digest:
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has dismissed any distraction from being named CAF’s Best Coach of the Group Stage, insisting Nigeria’s sole focus is on winning the Africa Cup of Nations. After guiding the team to a perfect group phase, Chelle emphasized that the award is secondary to the larger objective of claiming Nigeria’s fourth continental title.
Key Points:
- Eric Chelle was honored as the Best Coach of the Group Stage after Nigeria won all three matches.
- He credited his backroom staff and called the recognition a motivation, but reiterated, "This is not why we are here."
- Nigeria scored eight goals through six different players, showcasing a balanced and potent attack.
- The Super Eagles face Mozambique in the Round of 16 on Monday in Fès.
- Chelle’s leadership has brought structure and confidence to a team that arrived under a cloud of inconsistency.
- Nigeria last won the AFCON in 2013 and were runners-up in 2024.
- The coach previously led Mali to the quarter-finals in the last edition.
Sources: Soccernet, Complete Sports
