Chelle stays calm as Nigeria advances in AFCON
Eric Chelle, head coach of Nigeria, has downplayed the pressure as the Super Eagles move into the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage. After a strong group stage performance, Chelle expressed satisfaction with his team’s progress and the atmosphere in Fez. He highlighted the importance of focus and daily improvement, praising both the squad’s depth and their adaptability. Despite the success so far, Chelle insists there is still room for growth if Nigeria is to challenge for the title.
Match highlights
- Eric Chelle said he feels comfortable with the pressure and enjoys the positive environment in Fez.
- Nigeria finished the group stage with three wins, including a 3-1 victory over Uganda, and will face a tough opponent in the next round.
- Paul Onuachu opened the scoring, while Raphael Onyedika added two more goals, both assisted by Samuel Chukwueze.
- Chelle praised the contributions of players who had not started previous matches, noting the squad’s depth.
- He welcomed the selection headache ahead of the knockout phase, saying every player has shown they are ready to contribute.
