Tremendous Eagles head coach Eric Sekhou Chelle has outlined how Nigeria can nonetheless qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup regardless of their gradual begin within the qualifiers.
Earlier than Chelle’s appointment, Nigeria had did not win any of their first 4 qualifying matches. Nevertheless, the Malian coach boosted hopes by guiding the staff to a 2-0 victory over Rwanda.
However a draw towards Zimbabwe has made their job tougher, as Nigeria now trails group leaders South Africa by six factors. Bafana Bafana are in pole place to qualify for his or her first World Cup since 2010.
Chelle: We Should Win in South Africa
With 4 matches left, the Tremendous Eagles should win all their remaining video games and hope their rivals drop factors. Chelle has recognized the conflict towards South Africa as a vital second of their marketing campaign.
“It’s an obligation to win in South Africa, however crucial match for us proper now’s Rwanda in Uyo,” Chelle advised Brila FM.
“South Africa are a very good aspect, however for that sport, we can’t afford to allow them to play. First, now we have to beat Rwanda at residence, then we are going to concentrate on South Africa.”
Key Fixtures for Nigeria
Nigeria will host Rwanda on the Godswill Akpabio Worldwide Stadium in Uyo on third September, earlier than travelling to face South Africa three days later.
The Tremendous Eagles will should be at their finest to maintain their World Cup dream alive.
