Former Tremendous Eagles star Victor Ikpeba has urged Nigerian soccer followers to totally help Eric Chelle, the newly appointed head coach of the nationwide workforce.
Ikpeba believes that the workforce’s success beneath Chelle will rely on the help of all Nigerians as they enter an essential part, together with the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Whereas Chelle’s appointment has obtained blended reactions, Ikpeba, a member of the Nigeria Soccer Federation (NFF) technical committee, will not be involved by the debates. He defined that the appointment of a coach for the Tremendous Eagles all the time sparks sturdy opinions due to the nationwide workforce’s significance.
Ikpeba mentioned, “Even when we had appointed Pep Guardiola, there would nonetheless be complaints. If there aren’t any arguments, there received’t be success.”
He emphasised that followers must unite and help Chelle as Nigeria goals for a spot within the 2026 FIFA World Cup within the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
“The choice has been made, and we should help it,” Ikpeba added. “Eric Chelle is a younger coach, and with our help, he’ll succeed.”
Ikpeba additionally burdened that Nigeria is in a troublesome place within the World Cup qualifiers and that supporting Chelle will assist carry the most effective out of the gamers.
Chelle, 47, is anticipated to reach in Nigeria quickly to signal a two-year contract with the NFF. His appointment marks a vital second for the Tremendous Eagles, as they face robust competitors to qualify for the World Cup and regain their place among the many high groups on the earth.
