Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has openly commended his squad after Nigeria secured victory in the AFCON third-place playoff against Egypt on Saturday.
The Malian tactician was on the sidelines as Nigeria clinched the bronze medal following a 4–2 triumph in the penalty shootout against the Egyptian side.
The tightly contested fixture produced no goals during regulation time, ending 0–0 after 90 minutes. The match was eventually decided from the penalty spot, where goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali emerged as the hero. The shot-stopper made crucial saves, denying efforts from Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush, which ultimately swung the outcome in Nigeria’s favor.
“You know it’s not easy when a French guy comes and I was so demanding with them,” Chelle stated.
He went on to express pride in his players, emphasizing that their commitment on the pitch left a lasting impression on him.
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