African Football
NFF to unveil Éric Chelle as Super Eagles’ Head Coach on Monday
The Nigeria Football Federation will on Monday in the Federal Capital, Abuja present to the public the new Head Coach of the Super Eagles, Mr. Mr. Éric Sékou Chelle. The event has been scheduled for the Media Conference Room of the MKO Abiola National Stadium, by 11am. Chelle’s appointment was confirmed on Tuesday by the…
Eguavoen has better CV than Chelle – Udeze knocks NFF
Former Super Eagles defender Ifeanyi Udeze has criticized the Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF) decision to appoint Eric Chelle as the head coach of the Super Eagles. Udeze questioned Chelle’s appointment, citing his poor performance as Mali’s coach in the World Cup qualifiers. “A coach Mali sacked for a poor run in the World Cup qualifiers,…
Not Osimhen, Nigeria Striker On Target In Turkey
Nigeria striker Anthony Nwakaeme scored a crucial goal as Trabzonspor thrashed Alanyaspor 3-0 in a Turkish Cup match on Wednesday. Nwakaeme came off the bench at halftime, replacing Ozan Tufan, and made an instant impact by netting Trabzonspor’s third goal in the 69th minute. The 35-year-old striker has now scored two goals in 15 appearances…
IFC LEAGUE KICKS OFF FEBRUARY 8; EXTENDS REGISTRATION TO JANUARY 15.
IBADAN FOOTBALL COUNCIL (IFC) has disclosed that the 88th edition of the Competition will kick off Saturday, February 8; just as it extended closure of registration to Wednesday, January 15 The Council bowed to incessant pleas from Coaches and Club owners, who asked to be given more time to pool resources together in order to…
Super Eagles Winger Simon Welcomes New Head Coach
Super Eagles forward Moses Simon has extended a warm welcome to Éric Sékou Chelle, the newly appointed Head Coach of Nigeria’s senior national men’s football team. Simon, took to his X handle to express his enthusiasm for the new coach. In a brief but heartfelt message, Simon posted, “Welcome to Nigeria,” as he welcomed Chelle…
New Super Eagles Coach Set to Arrive For Monday Unveiling
Afrosportnews.com reports that Eric Sekou Chelle, the newly appointed head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, is scheduled to arrive in the country on Saturday. Chelle, who was appointed on Tuesday, will be accompanied by two assistants who will aid him in managing the team. In preparation for his arrival, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has…
NFF Appoints Eric Sekou Chelle as New Head Coach of Super Eagles
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed Mr. Éric Sékou Chelle as the new Head Coach of the Super Eagles, Nigeria’s senior men national football team. This decision was made after the NFF Technical and Development Sub-Committee recommended Chelle’s appointment, which was subsequently endorsed by the NFF Executive Committee. Chelle, a former coach of Mali’s…
CHAN: CAF President, Motsepe Explains Reason Prize Money Was Increased
CAF President, Patrice Motsepe, has explained the reasoning behind the increase in prize money for the 2024 Championship of African Nations (CHAN), afrosportnews.com reports. On Tuesday, the South African announced a $3.5 million reward for the winner of the upcoming tournament. He stressed the significance of the competition for the continent’s football development. He stated,…
NPFL: Tornadoes Chairman Charges Players to go for win against Rangers
Niger Tornadoes chairman, Ibrahim Dada has charged the team to secure a victory in the reverse fixture against Rangers. Afrosportnews.com recalls that Rangers defeated Niger Tornadoes 1-0 in a Matchday 19 fixture at the Bako Kontagora Stadium at the end of the first round. Niger Tornadoes will face Rangers at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in…
NPFL: Sunshine Stars set to return to Akure
Nigeria Premier Football League side, Sunshine Stars of Akure has been assured of a return to their home ground, the Ondo State Sports Complex in Akure, next month. The project manager, Sani Muhammed, gave the assurance in Akure on Wednesday, afrosportnews.com understands. Muhammed told the media, “The company can assure the fans and stakeholders in…