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Eagles' Coach Prioritizes Rwanda Clash Over South Africa

4/5/2025

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Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle is rallying his team for a pivotal showdown against Rwanda on September 3, deeming it more critical than their upcoming clash with South Africa. With Nigeria sitting at seven points and reeling from a frustrating draw with Zimbabwe, hopes are high that FIFA will penalize South Africa, which could reshape their World Cup qualification journey.

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Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle is rallying his team for a pivotal showdown against Rwanda on September 3, deeming it more critical than their upcoming clash with South Africa. With Nigeria sitting at seven points and reeling from a frustrating draw with Zimbabwe, hopes are high that FIFA will penalize South Africa, which could reshape their World Cup qualification journey.