Kigali, March 21, 2025 – Super Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare has praised head coach Eric Chelle for instilling confidence in the team ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda on Friday.
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Arokodare, who earned his first-ever call-up to the Super Eagles under Chelle, said the coach’s belief in the players has given the squad a huge morale boost.
“Chelle Knows What He Wants” – Arokodare
Speaking to Nigerian reporters in Kigali, the Genk striker highlighted the positive impact of Chelle’s leadership.
“The coach has brought a lot of confidence and has shown us how much belief he has in us. That is a huge boost for the team.
“He is a very confident coach with a plan—he knows what he wants and how he wants to play.
“When you are playing under a coach like that, you know exactly what you have to do. It is pretty simple and straightforward.”
Nigeria Desperate for First Win in Group C
The Super Eagles are yet to secure a win in their World Cup qualifying campaign.
They currently sit fifth in Group C, with only Zimbabwe below them in the standings.
Friday’s match at the Amahoro Stadium, Kigali, presents a crucial opportunity for Nigeria to kick-start their qualification bid under their new coach.