Chelle demands strong Super Eagles start in 2027 AFCON qualifiers

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has called on his players to make a strong start to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, urging them to show determination from day one. Speaking ahead of the double-header against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau later this month, Chelle told theff.com that the team must go for points without hesitation and refuse to slow down at any point.

The three-time African champions face Madagascar first, a team that beat Nigeria 2-0 in their last meeting at the 2019 AFCON group stage. Historical records show Nigeria has won three of the five previous encounters, with one draw and one loss. Chelle’s emphasis on early aggression aims to overturn that recent setback and secure maximum points in the qualifiers.

For fans, the message is clear: the Super Eagles need to translate ambition into results from the opening match. Will Chelle’s demand for fearless play translate into victories, or will the Eagles need to adjust tactics after facing a resilient Madagascar side that previously got the better of them?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/23/afcon-2027q-chelle-demands-strong-start-from-super-eagles/