Abuja, Jan 7, 2025 (AFP) - Nigeria turn to Chelle to revive 2026 World Cup hopes

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2025-01-08
Nigeria appointed former Mali boss Eric Chelle as the country's new coach on Tuesday with the Super Eagles struggling in their bid to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. The 47-year-old Chelle led Mali to the quarter-finals of last year's Africa Cup of Nations, losing 2-1 to hosts and eventual winners Ivory Coast 2-1 after extra time. Chelle, who won five caps for Mali, spent the entirety of his playing career in France. He took over as Mali coach in......
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