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The former Nigeria international has also lent his voice to the recent appointment of Eric Chelle
Former Super Eagles star Victor Ikpeba has called for unity and support for Nigeria's newly appointed head coach Eric Chelle.
Despite the mixed reactions following his appointment, Ikpeba has thrown his weight behind the former Mali coach.
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Chelle was officially named the substantive head coach of the three-time African champions earlier this week.
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Ikpeba acknowledged the inevitable scrutiny that comes with any Super Eagles coaching appointment.
The former Monaco forward stated in an interview with Brila FM that there would be several reactions if NFF appointed Guardiola as coach.
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Forgotten Super Eagles star Brown Ideye responded to a photo that showed him battling alongside Eric Chelle, the current head coach of the Super Eagles.
"The appointment of a coach for the Super Eagles will always generate a lot of interest. This is one of the biggest countries in Africa, and that's the passion that comes around the national team. Even if we had appointed Pep Guardiola (Manchester City coach), there would be complaints. If there are no arguments, there won't be success," he said.
Recognising the divided opinions, Ikpeba revealed the importance of rallying behind Chelle to ensure Nigeria's qualification for the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
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He said, "A decision has been made on a new coach by the NFF, and we have to support it. Eric Chelle is a young coach who will succeed with our support. We're in a tight corner in the World Cup qualifying campaign, and we have to support him to get the best out of the players, who are the main actors in this situation."
Ikpeba expressed optimism about Nigeria's World Cup chances under Chelle's leadership, provided he receives the necessary backing.
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