Eric Chelle officially became the first non-Nigerian coach from Africa to manage the Super Eagles on Friday. The Malian took charge of his first game – a 2-0 win in Rwanda in a 2026 World Cup qualifying fixture.

Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over 9 years of experience covering sports and football in Africa.Uyo, Akwa Ibom state - Super Eagles' chief host in the forthcoming world cup qualifier against Zimbabwe,

With a 2-0 win over Rwanda, Nigeria are back on track in regards to their 2026 World Cup qualification campaign thanks to a brace from Victor Osimhen. The Super Eagles came into the game sitting fifth in Group C having failed to win any of their first four fixtures, drawing three and losing the other.