Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle will lead the team’s backroom staff to Kigali on Sunday ahead of a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier against Rwanda. The coach and support staff will depart on Ethiopian Airlines, with a stopover in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, en route to Kigali.
The Super Eagles face a must-win situation against Rwanda on Friday, March 21, in Kigali. Rwanda currently tops Group C with seven points from four matches, while Nigeria is fifth on three points. Chelle’s team will be looking to secure a vital away win to boost their qualifying chances.
The Super Eagles’ performance in the qualifiers has been underwhelming so far, and a win against Rwanda is essential to revive their hopes. Coach Chelle will be working closely with his backroom staff to prepare the team for the crucial encounter. The team’s strategy, tactics, and player selection will be crucial in determining the outcome of the match.
The Super Eagles’ backroom staff, led by Coach Chelle, will be working tirelessly to prepare the team for the encounter. With the team’s World Cup qualifying hopes hanging in the balance, a win against Rwanda is paramount. The team will need to be at their best to overcome the Rwandan team and secure a vital three points.
The match against Rwanda will be a litmus test for Coach Chelle and the Super Eagles. A win will revive their qualifying hopes, while a loss will leave them with a mountain to climb. The stage is set for a thrilling encounter in Kigali.