Eric Sekou Chelle has been unveiled as the new head coach of the Super Eagles, becoming the 37th head coach of the Nigerian national team.
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His primary mandate is to lead the team to qualification for the 2026 World Cup .
Chelle, a Franco-Malian, was born in Côte d’Ivoire to a Malian father and a French mother. At just 47 years old, he brings a fresh perspective to the team.
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His coaching experience includes a stint as the head coach of the Mali national team, where he led them to the quarterfinals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations .
As the new head coach, Chelle will be expected to develop young talent, emphasize discipline, and implement an attacking philosophy.
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He will also be tasked with guiding the team through the upcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN) in East Africa .
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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expressed confidence in Chelle’s ability to lead the team to success, and has called on Nigerians to support the new coach
