Eric Chelle began his tenure as Nigeria’s head coach with a victory over Rwanda in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
According to Diaspora digital media (DDM) reports the Super Eagles defeated Rwanda’s Wasps 2-0 at the Amahoro Stadium, marking an important win in their campaign.
Victor Osimhen scored both goals in the first half, securing three crucial points for the former African champions.
Nigeria’s qualification hopes received a boost as they moved to fourth place in Group C after this vital victory.
The Super Eagles now have seven points from five matches, keeping their World Cup dream alive.
South Africa currently leads the group with ten points after their 2-0 win over Lesotho at Peter Madiba Stadium.
Nigeria will next face Zimbabwe in another crucial qualifier as they aim to climb higher in the standings.
Chelle took over as Nigeria’s manager following the team’s inconsistent performances in earlier qualifiers.
His appointment came with high expectations, as fans hoped for a turnaround in the team’s form.
His debut match showed promise, with Nigeria displaying better organization and attacking efficiency.
The Super Eagles dominated Rwanda from the start, creating multiple chances in the opening minutes.
Osimhen, who plays for Galatasaray, demonstrated his finishing ability by scoring twice before halftime.
His goals ensured Nigeria maintained control of the game and limited Rwanda’s attacking threats.
The victory relieved pressure on Chelle, proving his tactical approach could bring success.
With this result, Nigeria remains in contention but must win more matches to secure qualification.
The upcoming match against Zimbabwe presents another opportunity to strengthen their position.
Chelle and his players will focus on maintaining their momentum and improving their performance.
Fans are optimistic that Nigeria will continue to improve under Chelle’s leadership.
The road to the 2026 World Cup remains tough, but the Super Eagles are determined to fight for qualification.