Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle secured his debut win as Nigeria beat Rwanda 2-0 in a World Cup qualifier. Victor Osimhen’s brace sealed the victory, with Chelle praising his team’s resilience. The win boosts Nigeria’s qualification hopes as they prepare to face Zimbabwe next.
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle expressed pride in his team’s performance after a 2-0 victory over Rwanda in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Victor Osimhen’s brace secured the win, and Chelle praised Nigeria’s discipline and preparation. The team now shifts focus to their next match against Zimbabwe.
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle expressed his delight after guiding Nigeria to a 2-0 victory over Rwanda in a crucial World Cup qualifier. The win marked his first game in charge of the team, and he credited the players’ commitment and tactical discipline for the result.
Chelle, who took over as Nigeria’s head coach in January, had limited time to prepare the squad, but they delivered a strong performance. Victor Osimhen’s first-half brace secured the much-needed three points, helping Nigeria recover from a poor start to their qualification campaign.
Speaking after the match, Chelle acknowledged the tough challenge Rwanda posed but praised his squad’s determination. “It wasn’t an easy game. Rwanda is a well-organized team, but we stuck to our plan, and the players executed it perfectly. I’m proud of them and grateful for their effort,” he said.
With this victory, Nigeria moved up in the Group C standings, keeping their World Cup hopes alive. Their next test will be a home fixture against Zimbabwe, where fans expect another dominant display from the Super Eagles
