‘We will score goals’ - Chelle vows to transform Super Eagles

‘We will score goals’ - Chelle vows to transform Super Eagles

Hassan Abdulsalam 16:01 - 13.01.2025

The 47-year-old was unveiled on Monday in Abuja and vowed his team will score goals.

Newly-appointed Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, has promised Nigerian fans to expect free-flowing attacking football.

The former Malian international was officially unveiled on Monday at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja as the 42nd coach to manage the Super Eagles.

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Expressing his delight at the appointment, Chelle spoke of his admiration for Nigerian football's rich history.  

Eric Chelle unveiled by the NFF.

What Chelle said

"I'm so proud and honoured to be the new Super Eagles head coach. Nigeria has a great history with quality players like Ikpeba, Amokachi, Amuneke, Yekini, Oliseh, Eguavoen, Finidi, West, Obi Mikel and Babangida," he said

The NFF says Chelle's arrival is a new dawn for Nigeria.

He further highlighted his excitement about the current generation of talent, mentioning players like Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen.

Chelle's focus, however, shifted towards his vision for the future.  

"I love scoring goals. My teams are never lacking in goals, and the Super Eagles will be no exception, we will score goals," he declared.

Nigeria Super Eagles new boss Eric Chelle after he was unveiled on Monday.
Nigeria Super Eagles new boss Eric Chelle after he was unveiled on Monday.

Chelle suggests a clear shift towards an attacking style of play for the Super Eagles with Nigeria having the best attackers in Africa.

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