Mikel Obi Slams Coach Over Voodoo Comments After World Cup Failure

Former Nigerian football star Mikel Obi slammed coach Eric Chelle for attributing Nigeria's World Cup loss to voodoo after failing to qualify against DR Congo. Chelle's voodoo remarks caused a stir, with Mikel Obi branding them as ridiculous and blaming poor preparation instead.

The Nigeria Football Federation was also accused of failing to create a conducive environment for the team. South Africa's sports minister, Gayton McKenzie, urged FIFA and CAF to investigate the coach's actions during the crucial African playoff.

The match ended in a penalty shootout, with DR Congo securing a spot in the intercontinental playoff.