Alex Iwobi has offered fans a rare and heartfelt insight into the Super Eagles dressing room, revealing the immense respect and admiration the players have for head coach Eric Chelle.
In his latest vlog, the Fulham midfielder spoke candidly about the Malian-born tactician’s impact on the Nigerian national team, praising him for building strong unity and chemistry among the players.
According to Iwobi, Chelle’s leadership has gone beyond tactics, helping transform the squad into a close-knit family.
Iwobi recounted an emotional moment behind the scenes, disclosing that the coach was visibly moved during a recent team address.
“The coach (Eric Chelle) has done a lot for us. Everybody worked hard for him, and when he gave his last speech, he got emotional,” Iwobi said.
“He deserves a lot of praise. He got the team together — big chemistry.”
The midfielder’s comments underline how Chelle has earned the trust of the squad, fostering a collective spirit that has been evident in Nigeria’s recent performances.
The Super Eagles have shown renewed grit, defensive discipline, and togetherness, qualities Iwobi attributes directly to the manager’s influence.
Since taking charge, Chelle has successfully navigated the intense pressure that comes with managing Nigeria’s national team, winning over senior figures like Iwobi while seamlessly integrating new talents into the setup.
In a football culture where coaches are often heavily scrutinized, Chelle’s ability to inspire unity and emotion within a team of global stars speaks volumes about his leadership and could prove vital to Nigeria’s ambitions going forward.
“The coach (Eric Chelle) has done a lot for us, everybody worked hard for him, when he gave his last speech, he got emotional”
“He deserves a lot of praise, he got the team together, big chemistry.”
– Alex Iwobi is full of praises for Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle. 🙏💚… pic.twitter.com/87rBBJFH16
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