Eric Chelle Set To Terminate Contract As Super Eagles Head Coach

Eric Chelle Set To Terminate Contract As NFF Holds Emergency Meeting 

Precious Oham 

Eric Chelle is reportedly considering to terminate his contract as head coach of the Super Eagles, BSNSports.com.ng gathered. 

According to Nigeria journalist, Obayiuwana, the NFF is set to hold a crisis meeting to address the uncertainty of the newly appointed Super Eagles head coach.

Obayiuwana revealed: "Eric Chelle is considering terminating his contract as Super Eagles manager. Sources within the NFF say that uncertainty over his fate beyond the FIFA World Cup qualifying series has led to a dramatic change of heart. The NFF will hold a crisis meeting to address the matter."

Nigeria is on the verge of missing participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, placed fourth with seven points from six games, South Africa are leading Group C with 13 points followed by Rwanda and Benin Republic in second and third positions with eight points apiece. Pressure is on the head coach Éric Chelle one of the reasons he traveled to Europe to fortify the Super Eagles defense.