Speaking at the inauguration, NFF President Ibrahim Gusau expressed confidence in Chelle’s ability to lead the team to World Cup qualification, saying the task ahead is not beyond the new coach.
“He took a pay cut to get this job, that shows his willingness to work with us. He will gets an additional one-year contract if he qualifies us for the World Cup,” Gusau said.
“He is coming with three assistants which he will pay from his pocket. Chelle will be supported by our own home-based coach Daniel Ogunmodede and Enugu Rangers coach Fidelis Illechukwu.”
Chelle, who was presented to the media, expressed his passion for the Super Eagles and his desire to make history with the team.
Despite his reputation for being strict, Chelle promised to be a “big brother” to the players.
“My project is to make the Nigerian team a good attacking force in the world,” Chelle said.
The new coach’s first major challenge will be the World Cup qualification matches, and he has called on all football stakeholders to support him.
With Chelle at the helm, Nigerian football fans are eagerly anticipating a new era of success for the Super Eagles.
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