How I landed Super Eagles coaching job – Chelle

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Malian coach Eric Chelle has shared the story behind how he became the head coach of the Super Eagles.

At 47 years old, Chelle was officially appointed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) in January as the team’s head coach.

His selection came unexpectedly, especially with several high-profile coaches previously associated with the role.

This marks the first time an African coach has been given the responsibility of leading the Super Eagles.

Chelle stated that he did not campaign or push for the position.

“When I left the Malian team, there was a call for applications from the NFF, and so I applied like any other coach, and then the interview came,” Chelle told CANAL+SPORT Afrique.

“I was invited to a coaches’ conference where I presented my project, vision, and philosophy. I thought it would happen much faster, but due to some events, I had to wait, so I left. I left for Rouen, but then it’s true that I had this opportunity, which I risked losing. So I returned, for this great project.”

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