Nigeria Football Federation President Backs Eric Chelle to Continue as Super Eagles Coach

The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has expressed his support for Eric Chelle to continue as the head coach of the Super Eagles following Nigeria's successful campaign in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Chelle, a Franco-Malian tactician, led the team to a third-place finish, marking the country's ninth podium finish in the tournament's history.

Despite reports linking Chelle to other national teams like Tunisia and Angola, Gusau emphasized the federation's commitment to working with the current technical crew. The coach's future remains uncertain amid speculation, but Gusau praised Chelle's performance and urged continued support for the team.