Chelle and Lookman praise Super Eagles’ resilience after Tunisia test
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has commended his team’s intensity and composure following their 3-2 victory over Tunisia, which secured a place in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 Round of 16. The match saw Nigeria take a commanding lead before Tunisia staged a late comeback, testing the squad’s mental strength. Lookman stood out with two assists and a goal, highlighting his growing influence for the Super Eagles. Both Chelle and Lookman emphasized the importance of learning from challenging moments to improve as the tournament progresses.
What we know
- Eric Chelle praised Nigeria’s pressing game and the players’ ability to execute their strategy for most of the match.
- Nigeria built a 3-0 lead before Tunisia responded with goals from Montassar Talbi and Ali Abdi, making for a tense finish.
- Lookman delivered a Man-of-the-Match performance with two assists and a goal, and credited the technical crew for clarity and confidence.
- The win put Nigeria at the top of Group C with six points, with Uganda as their next opponent.
- Both Chelle and Lookman highlighted the team’s growing maturity and the importance of staying focused throughout the competition.
