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Following the coach's announcement, reactions from Nigerian fans varied, with some deeming the appointment shameless while others believed he could lead Nigeria to success.
The appointment of Eric Chelle as the new head coach of the Nigerian Super Eagles has been met with a mixed reception, with some fans and pundits expressing concern while others offer cautious optimism.
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) appointed the Malian to lead the Super Eagles ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.
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The 47-year-old managed Mali for two years, during which he led the team to the quarter-finals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast.
The big task for Eric Chelle
The first test for Chelle is to win the games in March which is the World Cup qualifiers where the Super Eagles are in a difficult position in Group C, with just three points from their first four matches, trailing Rwanda, South Africa, and Benin, who each have seven points.
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Mixed reactions trail Eric Chelle's appointment as new Super Eagles coach
Following the coach's announcement, reactions from Nigerian fans varied, with some deeming the appointment shameless while others believed he could lead Nigeria to success.
Here are some of the reactions:
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