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In a move sparking national debate, Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has controversially benched captain William Troost-Ekong. This decision, according to reports on Soccernet.ng, introduces a moment of clarity in the chaos as the team faces a do-or-die World Cup qualifier against Rwanda, with...

The Digest: Ahead of Nigeria’s World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda, coach Eric Chelle has named Super Eagles star Ademola Lookman the best player in Africa. Despite his absence from recent matches, Chelle emphasized Lookman’s importance to the team. Key Points Nigeria coach Eric...

The Digest: As Nigeria faces struggles in its 2026 World Cup qualification campaign, coach Eric Chelle has reacted to rumours about his job security, asserting that if he's fired, the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) must honour his contract. Key Points: Coach Eric Chelle responds to...

The Digest: Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has announced a provisional squad list for Nigeria’s upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa. The list includes key players like Victor Osimhen, Samuel Chukwueze, and Ebenezer Harcourt. Key Points: The squad is made...

The Digest: Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle says he did not take the job for the money, claiming he earned more in his previous position. He stated he accepted the Challenge's Call because he believes in the team’s potential and wants to make a lasting impact. Key Points: Super Eagles coach...

The Digest: Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has made a significant Coach's Call, selecting striker Cyriel Dessers over Paul Onuachu for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The decision follows Dessers’ strong club form and a goal-scoring performance under the new coach. Key Points: Super...

The Digest: The national team and head coach Eric Chelle are facing intense scrutiny following the CHAN Eagles’ humiliating 4-0 defeat to Sudan, which resulted in their early exit from the 2024 CHAN tournament. This unexpected failure has sparked a wave of public criticism and professional...

The Digest: In the wake of Nigeria’s premature exit from CHAN 2024, Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has provided a sobering analysis of the 4-0 defeat to Sudan, citing a chain of critical errors. The loss, which crushed the team's ambitions in Zanzibar, highlighted a fragility reminiscent of a...

Fresh off their Unity Cup triumph, the Super Eagles have revamped their squad with four new additions for their first-ever clash against Russia. Coach Eric Chelle wants a win, not just participation. Nigeria faces Russia on June 6 at Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium, their first-ever senior-level...

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle says Ahmed Musa must prove himself once more, as pressure mounts ahead of Wednesday’s clash with Ghana in the Unity Cup. Musa returns to the Super Eagles after last featuring at the 2023 AFCON. Coach Chelle insists Musa must “be very good” to earn a place. Nine...

The Super Eagles are in London and ready to kick off the Unity Cup against Ghana on 28 May, a crucial first test for new head coach Eric Chelle. 22 out of 26 invited players have arrived at the team’s Ealing base First match: Nigeria vs Ghana at Brentford’s Gtech Stadium on 28 May Second match...

Eric Chelle drops Osimhen and Lookman ahead of Unity Cup, opting for a balanced squad of local and international talent as Nigeria eyes future competitions. Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman were excluded from the squad for the Unity Cup and the Russia friendly. Coach Chelle invited local NPFL...