Eric Chelle Motivates Super Eagles for Tanzania Clash

Eric Chelle, the head coach of the Super Eagles, has called on his players to forget their heavy 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau and concentrate on securing victories in their upcoming matches against Tanzania in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying series. The Super Eagles will face the Taifa Stars, co-hosts of the tournament, in back-to-back fixtures on matchdays three and four of Group L qualifying.

The first leg is scheduled for November 13 at the International Stadium in Uyo, with the return match taking place in Tanzania four days later. Chelle emphasized the importance of focusing on the future rather than dwelling on past results.

Nigeria's chances have improved following Madagascar's draw with Group L leaders, allowing Nigeria to control their own fate; a win against Tanzania would elevate them to second place in the group. However, Nigeria will be without striker Victor Osimhen for the second consecutive international break due to injury.