Zamfara governor meets Super Eagles coach Chelle for sports talks
Éric Chelle, head coach of the Super Eagles, visited Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal as part of efforts to boost youth engagement through sports. The meeting focused on developing sports infrastructure and opportunities for young people in Zamfara. Chelle recently guided Nigeria to a third-place finish at the Africa Cup of Nations, earning widespread praise. The visit also highlighted discussions about Chelle's contract and his commitment to Nigerian football.
Match highlights
- Éric Chelle met with Governor Dauda Lawal to discuss sports development and youth engagement in Zamfara.
- Chelle led Nigeria to a third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
- His contract as Super Eagles head coach, which began in January 2025, runs until the end of the year.
- The Sardauna Memorial Stadium upgrade in Zamfara is about 90 percent complete and expected to be ready by February.
- Social media users praised the governor's efforts and called for more investment in sports facilities across the state.
