Éric Chelle has been officially introduced as the new head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, becoming the 42nd coach to manage the team in its storied history.
The unveiling ceremony took place on Monday at the conference room of the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja, with key dignitaries, including the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko, NFF President Ibrahim Gusau, and Secretary General Mohammed Sanusi, in attendance.
Chelle, a former Mali international defender, steps into this high-profile role after resigning as head coach of Algerian club MC Oran.
At 47, he makes history as the first non-Nigerian African to manage the three-time African champions.
Born in Côte d’Ivoire to Malian parents and holding dual Malian and French citizenship, Chelle brings a wealth of experience from his playing and coaching careers in Africa and Europe.
During his unveiling, Chelle expressed his pride and enthusiasm about taking charge of the Super Eagles.
“I’m so proud and honoured to be the new Super Eagles head coach. Nigeria has a great history with quality players like Ikpeba, Amokachi, Amuneke, Yekini, Oliseh, Eguavoen, Finidi, West, Obi Mikel, and Babangida,” he said.
Source;(Premiumtimes)
