Super Eagles' New Coach Eric Chelle Watches Ikorodu City vs Plateau United, Prepares for Upcoming World Cup Qualifiers

Eric Chelle, the newly appointed head coach of Nigeria's national football team, the Super Eagles, was present at Onikan Stadium to observe the match between Ikorodu City and Plateau United. This event was highlighted by sports journalist Pooja on his Twitter account.

Under Coach Chelle's leadership, the Super Eagles are preparing for their upcoming fixtures in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The team is scheduled to face Rwanda's Amavubi on Friday, March 21, 2025, at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali. Five days later, they will host Zimbabwe's Warriors on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.

Additionally, the Super Eagles have qualified for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which will be held in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. The team is set to play all their group-stage matches at the Complexe Sportif de Fès in Fez, Morocco. Their group-stage opponents include Tanzania, Tunisia, and Uganda.

These upcoming matches are crucial for the Super Eagles as they aim to secure their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup and perform strongly in the 2025 AFCON.