Eric Chelle has been making headlines recently, especially with his new appointment as the head coach of Nigeria's Super Eagles. Born in Ivory Coast, Chelle holds triple nationality of Mali, Ivory Coast, and France. His football career spans 16 years, with 375 club appearances in France.
As a manager, Chelle has coached several clubs, including GS Consolat, FC Martigues, and Boulogne. His experience also includes leading Mali's national team to the quarterfinals of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, where they narrowly lost to Ivory Coast.
Chelle's appointment as Super Eagles coach has received mixed reactions from Nigerians. While some have questioned his credentials, others believe he has the potential to turn the team's fortunes around. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has entrusted him with the task of qualifying the team for the 2026 World Cup.
Chelle faces a daunting task, with the Super Eagles currently struggling in the World Cup qualifying campaign. However, he has shown confidence in the team's abilities and is expected to bring his attacking style of play to the forefront.
It's worth noting that Chelle's departure from Mali has been met with regret from the country's football fans and even the military junta, who feel that letting him go was a mistake.
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