The search for a suitable successor to Finidi George is intensifying within the global coaching community, with numerous foreign tacticians showing interest in leading the Super Eagles.
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced its decision to prioritize hiring a foreign coach, a move deemed crucial given Nigeria’s precarious position in the FIFA World Cup qualification series. Currently, the West African nation sits fifth in their Group C standings, ahead of only Zimbabwe.
Amidst the intensifying coaching saga, a report has surfaced that former Mali coach Eric Chelle has applied to manage the Super Eagles. According to Score Nigeria, the 46-year-old is the latest candidate to seek the position.
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Eric Chelle, who transitioned from footballer to manager in 2016, boasts an impressive coaching record, adding further intrigue to the NFF’s decision-making process as they strive to improve their team’s qualification prospects.