- NFF denies Eric Chelle’s sack report.
- 🇳🇬 Super Hawks coach Chelle travels to Europe for talent hunting.
- Is Nigeria still eligible for the 2026 World Cup?
Nigeria’s top football federation (NFF) officials dismissed reports that Super Hawks coach Eric Chelle is about to lose her job.
The official called the rumors wrong and said there was no such thing as firing the coach. 🚫⚽
❌ NFF says no plan to fire Chelle
Chelle signed a two-year contract to sign a two-year contract in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers and became the Super Hawks coach in January 2025. 🏆
Recently, after the qualifier results were mixed, some reports said Chelle might leave the team, and the NFF called an emergency meeting to discuss his future.
Senior NFF officials spoke to boxing, denying these claims:
> “Nothing. I’m on the board and there’s no problem with the coach’s contract. It’s all fake news.”
✈️ Chelle travels to Europe to recruit players, not for crisis negotiations
As the rumors spread, Eric Chelle had already traveled to Europe, but not because of contract issues. Instead, he is looking for new players to strengthen the team. 💪🇳🇬
Also Read: Nigeria v. Rwanda: Despite Nigeria’s 2-0 victory, Eric Chelle calls for improvement
His main goal? Convince talented Nigeria’s qualified players to join the Super Eagles’ upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
👀 Which players are Chelle’s target?
🔥Ethan Nwaneri (17-year-old Arsenal, attacking midfielder) – He can play for Nigeria and England but is excluded from England’s recent teams.
Other players who qualify for Nigeria – more names are expected soon.
> “The coach is expected to meet with some players in Europe and Ethan Nwaneri will not be excluded,” NFF source confirmation.
Will nwaneri choose Nigeria and become the next Super Hawks star? 🌟
⚽ Can the Super Eagle still participate in the 2026 World Cup?
Chelle has coached two World Cup qualifiers so far:
1. ✅Nigeria 2-0 Rwanda – Stay away from the strong victory in the country. 🎯
2. ❌Nigeria 1-1 Zimbabwe – Uyo’s frustrating raffle. 😤
Currently, Nigeria is ranked fourth in Group C, meaning they have to win the next four games to get the qualifying match. 📉
🔜 What’s next for Super Eagle?
Chelle is focused on improving the team, but Nigeria’s World Cup hopes depend on:
🏆Win the remaining matches.
📊The performance of other teams in Group C.
🛫 attracts top players through scouting.
🚀Can the Super Hawk make a comeback and qualify for the 2026 World Cup?
