NFF to Unveil Éric Chelle as New Super Eagles Head Coach Jan. 13

On Monday, January 13 in Abuja, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) will officially appoint Éric Sékou Chelle as the team’s new head coach.

At 11 am, the event is scheduled to take place in the MKO Abiola National Stadium’s Media Conference Room.

According to Persecondnews, Chelle’s appointment was approved by the Technical and Development Committee on Tuesday.

The 47-year-old Franco-Malian coach will take charge of the Super Eagles, one of the most high-profile teams in African football.

Chelle embodies the new outlook, fresh thinking, and positive attitude that the Federation wants for the Super Eagles, according to NFF President Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau.

Gusau urged Nigerians to unite and support Chelle, claiming that the NFF believes he possesses the qualities necessary to succeed with the team.

At Monday’s unveiling, the NFF will also announce the names of Chelle’s assistants.

The Super Eagles B team will first be focusing on preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign before moving on to the African Nations Championship in East Africa.

The Super Eagles’ March games against Rwanda and Zimbabwe will be Chelle’s first task.

Source: Per Second News