‘After that, there is no problem’ - Eric Chelle set sight on important victory over Rwanda
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‘After that, there is no problem’ - Eric Chelle set sight on important victory over Rwanda

Stephen Oladehinde 11:55 - 21.03.2025

Eric Chelle, the Super Eagles coach, is confident that his team will secure a vital win against Rwanda in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

The Super Eagles have not defeated Rwanda in their last two encounters during the 2025 AFCON qualifiers, drawing 1-1 in Kigali and losing 2-1 in Uyo.

The Super Eagles will take on Rwanda at Kigali's Amahoro Stadium this Friday for the third consecutive time, hoping to rebound from past struggles against the Amavubi.

They will need a win to kickstart their journey to getting a ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup after failing to win their first four games in Group C

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Chelle speaks ahead of Rwanda clash

Chelle has claimed that he is confident that his team has what it takes to secure all three points when they face Rwanda.

According to Allnigeriasoccer, he said in his press conference, "I think it is tough for the two teams. I said earlier that Rwanda has a great team. They have a new coach and he's a good coach.  

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"I knew that my team must be focused in our game. Captain said we have great forwards. So, we need to be focused on our game and show what we are working on the training session. After that there is no problem.

"This is the game football. Some times something happen, this is maybe football because have referees, a lot of things happen in football."  

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Rwanda assistant coach confident ahead of Super Eagles clash || Imago

"We need to be focused on our game. We need to be focused when we have the ball and when we don't have the ball."

"And after that we would see. We need to be focused on our preparation and after that we would be ready for the game."

Nigeria, currently holding the fifth position in Group C with three points, must secure victories in all their remaining games to revitalize their chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

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