NFF appoints Malian as Super Eagles new head coach

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially appointed Éric Chelle as the new head coach of the Super Eagles.

The decision, ratified by the NFF Executive Committee on Tuesday, 7 January, marks a significant step in the federation’s effort to stabilise the coaching structure of the national team.

According to a statement issued Tuesday night, Chelle, a 47-year-old former Mali international, will assume his duties immediately, with his primary focus being the qualification of the Super Eagles for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.