Eric Chelle Declares Super Eagles Ready for Rwanda Clash: Will They Break the Winless Streak?

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are gearing up for what promises to be a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Amavubi of Rwanda under the leadership of newly appointed head coach Eric Chelle. The encounter, set to take place at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, Rwanda, on Friday, will be Chelle’s first official match in charge of the Nigerian national team.

The Super Eagles have not recorded a single win in their last four qualifiers, and pressure is mounting on both the players and the coaching crew to break this disheartening streak. The Malian-born coach, however, remains confident and focused on turning things around.

“They have a new coach, they want to win and we also want to win. We are ready,” Chelle stated at the pre-match press conference.
“We must focus on our game, we have a great squad. We must work hard. What we do with the ball and off the ball will be important. We are focusing on our preparation and we will be ready.”

Chelle’s determination to keep his team’s attention solely on the game is evident. For him, the only thing that matters is getting the three points that will boost the Super Eagles’ World Cup qualifying campaign.

“I just want to be with my players, I want my players to focus on this game and after that, we will see the other games. We need to win this game,” he added.

Opinion: Can Chelle’s Determination Break the Winless Curse?

Eric Chelle’s attitude towards this crucial fixture is commendable. His focus on the team’s preparation and tactical discipline shows that he is well aware of the pressure on him. But while his motivational words are inspiring, the reality remains that the Super Eagles have underperformed in their last four matches.

The fact that the team has not recorded a win in the qualifiers so far is alarming. And while the arrival of a new coach can boost morale, it all boils down to how well the players can execute Chelle’s tactical plans on the field.

Chelle’s emphasis on both offensive and defensive discipline is exactly what the Super Eagles need. The key will be how quickly the team adapts to his playing style and whether they can rise above their recent failures to claim a much-needed victory.

But here’s the big question: Will Eric Chelle’s debut bring a new dawn for the Super Eagles, or will their winless streak continue to haunt them?

The answer awaits in Kigali.