Super Eagles’ Coach Eric Chelle has reaffirmed his commitment to building a Nigerian national team that will stand any test posed by some of the best sides in the world.
Chelle, who led Nigeria to a bronze medal finish at the 23rd Africa Cup of Nations, which ended in Morocco yesterday, praised his players for braving the challenges posed by some of the continent’s biggest sides to come out of the championship in third position.
Speaking after the third-place game against Egypt, which Nigeria won 4-2 after a penalty shootout, Chelle said that his players showed “team character” after the disappointment of missing out on the final.
“They refused to allow that setback to overshadow their overall effort. We showed strong character to bounce back after our semi-final disappointment. These team members kept their heads up and fought for every ball.” He explained that the players handled the emotional weight of the occasion with maturity and stayed disciplined despite the pressure surrounding the game.
The coach also highlighted the contribution of players who were given opportunities in the starting lineup, describing their display as evidence of depth and unity within the squad.
According to Chelle, the willingness of every player to step up reflected the strong spirit in the camp. He described the bronze medal finish as a deserved reward for the team’s consistency and collective effort across the competition, adding that the experience would serve as motivation as the Super Eagles look ahead to future international challenges.
I decree into your life, any area you have been stagnated and limited, receive divine intervention today, in the Mighty Name of Jesus.
You are committed to building a strong super Biafra because the majority of the team are biafrans
Deserved win, looking forward to more great performances 🙌
Where have you ever seen a foreigner build a strong national team for a country that isn’t his? #Never
From you performance Nigerians believe you can do it