Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has arrived in Uyo ahead of Nigeria’s crucial double-header against Tanzania in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, Bold sports reports.
The Franco-Malian tactician will now focus on preparing the senior national team for two important encounters against the Taifa Stars. Nigeria will host Tanzania at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Friday, November 13, before travelling to Dar es Salaam for the return fixture on Tuesday, November 17.
Chelle prioritises Super Eagles assignment
Chelle’s arrival in Uyo means he will not travel with Nigeria’s U23 team for their Africa U23 Cup of Nations qualifying encounter against DR Congo.
The scheduling conflict affects both national teams, as their respective fixtures fall on the same dates. The Olympic Eagles will face DR Congo in Lubumbashi on Friday, November 13. They will host the return encounter at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne-Remo on November 17.
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Meanwhile, the Super Eagles will play both Tanzania fixtures within the same international window.
Ortega and Ozebagbe take responsibility
In Chelle’s absence, assistant coaches Deniran Ortega and Bright Ozebagbe will oversee the Olympic Eagles.
Ortega will lead the technical team alongside Ozebagbe as Nigeria pursue qualification for the 2027 U23 AFCON in Egypt.
The two-legged encounter carries significant importance. Victory over DR Congo would take Nigeria into the final qualifying round of the competition.
The tournament will also determine Africa’s representatives at the men’s football event of the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
For Chelle, however, immediate attention shifts to the Super Eagles and their encounters against Tanzania.
Nigeria must deliver positive results across the two matches to strengthen their position in the race for qualification for the 2027 AFCON.
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