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Super Eagles coach Chelle demands 130000 monthly in new deal

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has reportedly demanded a new contract worth 130000 dollars monthly to continue in charge of Nigeria’s senior national team. The proposed amount is more than double his current salary of 50000 dollars a month. Details of the demand were made public by Nigerian journalist Shina Oludare, who shared parts of Chelle’s 19 point proposal to the Nigeria Football Federation. Chelle said the 130000 dollar monthly package would cover his own wages, those of his entire technical crew and his personal assistant. Beyond the salary increase, Chelle’s conditions reportedly include better working tools, a standard office, a dedicated car and driver, and a fully serviced residence with constant power supply. He is also asking for full control over team selection, input in youth development structures and clear non interference clauses from football officials. The demands […]

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Chelle’s Marseille move collapses after club hires new coach

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle is no longer in the running to become manager of Olympique Marseille after the French club appointed Habib Beye as their new head coach. The decision ends days of speculation linking Chelle with the Ligue 1 side following the exit of Roberto De Zerbi. Marseille chose Beye, a former club captain, citing his familiarity with the team and experience in French football. He recently left Rennes and has signed a deal expected to run until June 2027. Reports say Chelle had shown strong interest in the Marseille job as he seeks a return to club management in Europe. After missing out, he is now expected to explore other opportunities in Ligue 1 while still leading Nigeria’s national team. Insiders at Marseille indicated that Chelle was behind Beye and other candidates in the pecking order […]

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NOC president hails Super Eagles’ AFCON 2025 bronze

Nigeria Olympic Committee president Habu Gumel has praised the Super Eagles for the character and resilience they showed in winning the bronze medal at AFCON 2025. He gave the commendation in a statement issued by the NOC Public Relations Officer, Tony Nezianya.​ Gumel applauded the team’s victory over Egypt in the third place match, describing the result as proof of the players’ mental strength and growing maturity. He noted that the Eagles bounced back from a gruelling semi final defeat to dominate the playoff encounter with renewed confidence and determination.​ He said the Super Eagles have once again become a source of national pride, displaying the famous never say die Nigerian spirit against top African opponents. According to him, the win highlights the remarkable transformation of the team under coach Eric Chelle.​ Gumel observed that within a year the side […]

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Gusau backs Chelle to lead Super Eagles to more success

Nigeria Football Federation President Ibrahim Musa Gusau says the Super Eagles are on track to achieve major success under coach Eric Chelle. He spoke after Nigeria’s third place finish at the 35th Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, praising the team’s resilience after missing back to back World Cups.​ Gusau said the original target was to win the AFCON title, but he was proud of how the team played with energy, patriotism and strong character. He also thanked the Federal Government and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for sustained support for Nigerian football.​ Chelle, who assumed duty in January 2025, has led Nigeria in 17 competitive games without defeat, winning 11 and drawing six. Under him, the Super Eagles scored a record 14 goals at the Morocco AFCON and did not lose any of their seven matches in regulation time.​ Nigeria’s […]

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Super Eagles: Chelle challenged to continue Nigeria’s renaissance post AFCON

Despite Nigeria’s painful semi final exit at AFCON 2025, stakeholders have challenged Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle to build on the team’s renewed identity and fighting spirit rather than allow the setback to derail recent progress. Many fans and analysts believe the squad’s high‑intensity displays, tactical organisation and improved mentality signal the beginning of a new era for Nigerian football.​ Chelle, appointed in January 2025 on a two‑year deal, has already expressed his desire to stay on, stressing that his long‑term project is to rebuild the Super Eagles into a consistent force in Africa and beyond. However, he admitted that his future rests with the Nigeria Football Federation, which must now decide whether to retain him and consolidate on the gains of the tournament.​ Supporters are urging continuity in technical leadership, better youth development and sustained integration of talented […]

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Lookman is only Nigerian in AFCON 2025 group Best XI

Ademola Lookman is the only Super Eagles player named in the CAF Best XI for the group stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.​The Atalanta forward earned his place after a dominant campaign that helped Nigeria win all three Group C matches and reach the Round of 16 as one of the tournament’s standout teams.​ Lookman contributed two goals and two assists in the group stage, with decisive performances against Tanzania and Tunisia where he scored once and set up another in each game.​Analysts said his pace, direct running, creativity and intelligent movement between the lines made him one of the most dangerous players of the opening phase.​ CAF’s group stage Best XI also features stars such as Egypt’s Mohamed El Shenawy in goal, defenders Noussair Mazraoui and Yahia Attiat Allah of Morocco, and forwards Riyad Mahrez, […]

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Super Eagles train through New Year for AFCON knockout tie

The Super Eagles have skipped New Year holiday celebrations to resume preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 knockout rounds, returning to training in Fez ahead of Monday’s Round of 16 match.​The team held light workout sessions after topping Group C with a 3 1 win over Uganda, which sealed a perfect group stage record and underlined their strong form.​ Three players missed the latest training session: captain Victor Osimhen, right back Ryan Alebiosu and striker Cyriel Dessers.​Alebiosu is recovering from an injury picked up against Uganda, Dessers is managing a thigh complaint, while Osimhen was rested as a precaution to keep him fresh for the knockout games.​ Before training, some squad members took part in a media parley, answering questions as focus shifted fully from the group phase to the do or die knockout fixtures.​The Eagles will […]

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Nigeria’s Depth Shines in Convincing Win Over Uganda

Nigeria delivered a strong message to their Africa Cup of Nations rivals with a confident 3–1 victory over Uganda, achieved with a heavily rotated squad. Head coach Eric Sékou Chelle will take particular satisfaction from the display, as it underlined the Super Eagles’ depth and attacking strength even without several regular starters. Midfielder Raphael Onyedika was the standout performer, producing a composed and commanding display capped by two well-taken goals. His influence in the centre of the pitch controlled the tempo and limited Uganda’s ability to build sustained attacks. Paul Onuachu also impressed, scoring Nigeria’s third goal and entering the history books as the 70th Nigerian player to score at the Africa Cup of Nations — more than any other nation has produced. Despite their dominance, Nigeria again showed a familiar weakness late on. With the game already won, they […]

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NFF agrees $30,000 Super Eagles bonus for AFCON 2025 Round of 16

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has agreed to pay Super Eagles players $30,000 each for reaching the Round of 16 at AFCON Morocco 2025, doubling their initial $15,000 offer after the team's rejection. Bonuses for later rounds have also been settled with the players.​ The team has earned an additional $25,000 in goals bonuses, with $5,000 per goal across their five strikes in two matches, making them the tournament's top scorers so far. Under coach Eric Chelle, Nigeria shows attacking flair unlike the defensive style under Jose Peseiro at AFCON 2023, though they've conceded three goals without a clean sheet by Stanley Nwabali.​ This motivation comes as Super Eagles prepare for their final Group C match against Uganda after wins over Tanzania (2-1) and Tunisia (3-2).​

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Emenike, Omeruo criticize Super Eagles defense, tactics at AFCON 2025

Former Nigeria stars Emmanuel Emenike and Kenneth Omeruo, both 2013 AFCON winners, highlighted defensive leaks and tactical issues in Super Eagles' campaign after conceding three goals in two group matches. Nigeria beat Tanzania 2-1 despite a lapse allowing Charles M’Mombwa's equalizer before Ademola Lookman's winner, then survived Tunisia's late comeback in a 3-2 victory with goals from Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi, and Lookman.​ Omeruo called the defense porous and urged coach Eric Sekou Chelle to fix it ahead of the Uganda clash tomorrow in Fes. He acknowledged the attack's strength but stressed stopping concessions is critical.​ Emenike demanded a clear game plan to maximize talents like Osimhen and Chukwueze, citing Tanzania's strategy exploiting Zaidu Sanusi. He praised Chelle but noted the team lacks defined roles compared to opponents.​

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