The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is gearing up to officially introduce Éric Sékou Chelle as the new Head Coach of the Super Eagles on Monday. The unveiling ceremony is scheduled to take place at 11 am in the Media Conference Room of the MKO Abiola National Stadium in Abuja.
Chelle, a 47-year-old Franco-Malian, was appointed to the position following a recommendation by the NFF’s Technical and Development Committee. NFF President, Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, has expressed confidence in Chelle’s abilities to lead the team to success and has called on all Nigerians to support the new coach as he embarks on this new journey.
Chelle’s immediate task will be to prepare the Super Eagles for the upcoming African Nations Championship in East Africa next month. Following this, the focus will shift to the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, with matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe scheduled for March.
The unveiling event will not only introduce Chelle as the new head coach but will also introduce his coaching staff, who will play a crucial role in the upcoming qualifiers. Chelle brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously led Mali’s national team to the brink of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals.
Former Super Eagles striker Victor Ikpeba has called on all Nigerians to rally behind Chelle as he takes on the responsibility of leading the national team. With the support of the fans and the backing of the NFF, Chelle is poised to make a significant impact on Nigerian football.
The NFF’s decision to appoint Chelle as the new head coach marks an exciting new chapter for the Super Eagles, and fans can look forward to seeing how he will guide the team to future success. Stay tuned for more updates on Chelle’s coaching journey with the Super Eagles.
