Eric Chelle, the newly appointed head coach of the Super Eagles, shared a warm moment with his predecessor, Augustine Eguavoen, during his official unveiling on Monday. The event, organized by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), was held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Stadium in Abuja.
Chelle, who arrived in Nigeria on Sunday after resigning from his role at Algerian club MC Oran, greeted Eguavoen with a hug and engaged in a brief but cordial conversation before both men took their seats. The gesture signaled a spirit of cooperation as the Super Eagles prepare for critical challenges ahead.
Eguavoen, who served as interim head coach for the fourth time in August 2024, successfully led Nigeria to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. With Chelle’s appointment, Eguavoen will resume his role as head of the NFF’s Technical Department, ensuring continuity and collaboration in managing the national team’s technical affairs.
The unveiling of Chelle marks a pivotal moment for Nigerian football, as the Super Eagles aim to revitalize their FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign and excel in upcoming tournaments. Fans have expressed optimism about Chelle’s leadership while applauding Eguavoen’s efforts in keeping the team competitive during his interim tenure.
The event highlighted the unity and mutual respect within the team’s leadership as they focus on restoring Nigeria’s dominance in African and global football.
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