Eric Chelle praises the Super Eagles’ 2-0 victory over Rwanda, acknowledging the team’s adaptability but stressing the need for improvement

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has lauded his players for their impressive effort and adaptability following their 2-0 victory over Rwanda in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match.

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The encounter, which took place on Friday at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, saw the Nigerian team edge past the Amavubi to secure a crucial win in their qualifying campaign.

In his first game as head coach of the Super Eagles, Chelle opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation, deploying key players like Wilfred Ndidi and Alex Iwobi in midfield, while Moses Simon, Samuel Chukwueze, Ademola Lookman, and Victor Osimhen formed the attacking quartet.

The tactical setup allowed the Super Eagles to dominate the match, ultimately securing the three points with a solid 2-0 victory.

While Chelle expressed his pride in the team’s performance, he acknowledged that there is still room for improvement. “This is why I said I am proud of my players.

Congratulations to them,” the 47-year-old coach said after the match. “We need to improve, I know that. This was the first game, so I’m happy for the win, but we need to go back to work.”

The coach also pointed out that the team employed two or three different systems during the match, showing flexibility and adaptability.

“We have a team with strengths and weaknesses, my job is to think about the game and project,” Chelle explained. “My job is to tell my players it’s possible to play like that, so this is a game we played two or three systems.”

Chelle’s comments reflect a realistic approach to the team’s performance, acknowledging both their strengths in the win and the areas that need further development.