31 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Why I will take responsibility for Super Eagles’ 1

By Seyi Babalola Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has taken responsibility for his error that led to Zimbabwe’s dramatic late equaliser during their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. Victor Osimhen had given Nigeria the lead in the 74th minute following a cross from Ola Aina. However, Zimbabwe restored parity through Tawanda Chirewa’s stoppage-time […] The post 2026 WCQ: Why I will take responsibility for Super Eagles’ 1-1 draw with Zimbabwe – Troost-Ekong appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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54 h. ago What I Told My Players After Osimhen’s Goal Against Zimbabwe – Eric Chelle

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has revealed what he told his players after Osimhen’s goal against Zimbabwe in their frustrating 1-1 draw in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, on Tuesday. The Warriors’ body language showed they were in Uyo to frustrate the Super Eagles and hand them a blow in their bid to qualify for […]

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3 d. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifier: “My Players Disappointed Me, We Must Fight For Second Place” –Super Eagles Coach

Super Eagles manager, Eric Chelle has expressed disappointment over Nigeria’s 1-1 draw with Warriors of Zimbabwe in Group C 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier game. The three times champions of AFCON failed to record a home win on Tuesday, at Godswil Akpabio International Stadium, Akwa Ibom. Recall that Galatasaray’s forward, Victor Osimhen put Super Eagles […] The post 2026 World Cup Qualifier: “My Players Disappointed Me, We Must Fight For Second Place” –Super Eagles Coach appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago 2026 WCQ: We could’ve scored 10 goals against Zimbabwe — Super Eagles coach, Chelle

By Seyi Babalola Eric Chelle, Super Eagles head coach, has stated that his team could have scored 10 goals against Zimbabwe in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. Chelle witnessed the Super Eagles draw 1-1 with Zimbabwe at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Nigeria grabbed the lead in the 74th minute through […] The post 2026 WCQ: We could’ve scored 10 goals against Zimbabwe — Super Eagles coach, Chelle appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago 2026 WCQ: Chelle reveals Super Eagles starting XI for Zimbabwe clash

By Seyi Babalola The Super Eagles’ head coach, Eric Chelle, has picked an unchanged starting lineup for Tuesday evening’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe. Chelle took command of his first game against Rwanda on Friday. Victor Osimhen scored a brace to boost Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the tournament. Chelle has again stuck with […] The post 2026 WCQ: Chelle reveals Super Eagles starting XI for Zimbabwe clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago 2026 WCQ: Osimhen, Lookman Lead Attack As Chelle Unveils Squad Against Zimbabwe

The Head Coach of the Super Eagles, Eric Chelle has named an unchanged starting XI for Tuesday evening’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe. Chelle took charge of his first game against Rwanda last Friday. Victor Osimhen scored a brace to revive Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the tournament. Chelle has again stuck with the […]

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5 d. ago World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles focused on Zimbabwe clash – Ekong

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has described Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Rwanda as perfect statement to reignite their 2026 FIFA read more World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles focused on Zimbabwe clash – Ekong

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6 d. ago World Cup Qualifier: “We’re Motivated, Ready To Face Zimbabwe In Uyo” – Troost

Super Eagles Captain, William Troost-Ekong has expressed Nigeria’s players readiness for the World Cup Qualifier clash against Zimbabwe in Uyo Stadium. The defender, who was instrumental in Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali on Friday, emphasised the hunger within the squad to reach football’s biggest stage in 2026. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that Coach Eric […] The post World Cup Qualifier: “We’re Motivated, Ready To Face Zimbabwe In Uyo” – Troost-Ekong appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago NFF warns against fake Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, X accounts

The Nigeria Football Federation has issued a public disclaimer warning against fake social media accounts impersonating Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle. In a post on Saturday via X, the NFF clarified that Chelle does not have an account on X (formerly Twitter), and any account claiming to be him on the platform is fake. Read More

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7 d. ago BREAKING: Chelle names Super Eagles starting XI against Rwanda

By Seyi Babalola Eric Chelle, the Super Eagles’ head coach, has announced the team’s first starting XI. Nigeria will face Rwanda in a 2026 World Cup qualifier in Kigali on Friday evening. Chelle has chosen the quartet of Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Simon Moses, and Samuel Chukwueze. In midfield, Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi start, […] The post BREAKING: Chelle names Super Eagles starting XI against Rwanda appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago 2026 WCQ: We have confidence in Chelle — Super Eagles Captain, Troost

By Seyi Babalola Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong stated the squad is completely confident in head coach Eric Chelle’s ability to create a winning strategy against Rwanda. Chelle will lead the Super Eagles for the first time against Adel Amrouche’s side at Kigali’s Amahoro Stadium on Friday. The Malian was named head coach of the […] The post 2026 WCQ: We have confidence in Chelle — Super Eagles Captain, Troost-Ekong appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago WCQ: We’re Battle Ready For Rwanda, Says Super Eagles Captain

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong said he and his teammates are battle ready for the all important – 2026 FIFA World Cup match day 5 qualifying encounter against the Amavubi of Rwanda. The Group C encounter will hold at the Amahoro Stadium, Kigali on Friday and Troost-Ekong who linked up with his teammates at their […]

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1 week ago W’Cup qualifiers: Chelle, staff arrive Kigali today for Rwanda test

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle and his backroom staff are scheduled to arrive in Kigali on Sunday (today) as preparations begin for the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda. The Super Eagles will face the Amavubi in a must-win clash this week. On Tuesday, the France-born coach trimmed the initial 39-man squad Read More

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2 w. ago W’Cup qualifiers: Chelle drops Uche, Dessers as coach unveils final 23

 Super Eagles’ Head Coach Éric Sékou Chelle has dropped in-form Getafe midfielder Christantus Uche and Rangers striker Cyriel Dessers in a shocking move as he unveiled his final 23-man squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The omission of Uche and Dessers has raised eyebrows, Read More

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2 w. ago World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles Coach Drops Ahmed Musa, Iheanacho, Lists 23 Players For Rwanda, Zimbabwe

Super Eagles’ manager, Eric Chell has dropped Captain Ahmed Musa, and Kelechi Iheanacho ahead of the upcoming world Cup qualifying games. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that Coach Eric on Tuesday, listed his final 23-man squad for the matches. Recall that Musa was one of the surprise inclusions in Chelle’s 39-player provisional list for the World Cup […] The post World Cup Qualifier: Super Eagles Coach Drops Ahmed Musa, Iheanacho, Lists 23 Players For Rwanda, Zimbabwe appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago JUST IN: Chelle names Super Eagles final squad for W’Cup qualifiers

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, on Tuesday, announced his final 23-man squad ahead of Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifying fixtures against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. The coach released an expanded provisional squad of 39 players last week. These will be his debut matches in charge of the three-time African champions. The squad consists of three Read More

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2 w. ago Segun Odegbami: Eric Chelle’s tactics similar to Clemens Westerhof

Nigerian football legend Segun Odegbami has thrown his support behind the appointment of Eric Chelle as the Super Eagles head read more Segun Odegbami: Eric Chelle’s tactics similar to Clemens Westerhof

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3 w. ago World Cup Qualifiers: Chelle Names Ekong, Lookman, Osimhen, 35 others For Rwanda, Zimbabwe Games

Super Eagles head coach Éric Sékou Chelle has named Kano Pillars forward, Ahmed Musa, William Ekong, Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen, Stanley Nwabali, Adeleye Adebayo, Calvin Bassey and Olaoluwa Aina, Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi and Simon Moses in his provisional list of 39 players for this month’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against […]

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3 w. ago World Cup Qualifiers: Chelle names Musa, Ekong, Lookman, Osimhen for Rwanda, Zimbabwe clashes

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named a 39-man provisional squad for this month’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup read more World Cup Qualifiers: Chelle names Musa, Ekong, Lookman, Osimhen for Rwanda, Zimbabwe clashes

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last month “Winning AFCON Title With Nigeria Was My Ultimate Goal” – Troost

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong, has expressed his desire in winning one of the the most valued trophies in Africa. Ekong, in an interview with TalkSports on Wednesday, hoped he get the chance to win the Africa Cup of Nations title one day before he end his career with the national team. Recall that Nigeria […] The post “Winning AFCON Title With Nigeria Was My Ultimate Goal” – Troost-Ekong appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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