2026 WCQ: Super Eagles used 2 or 3 systems against Rwanda – Chelle

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3 months ago

March 22, 2025

Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle has praised his players for their effort and adaptability in the win over Rwanda.

Chelle made a winning start with the Super Eagles with the visitors edging past the Amavubi 2-0 in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday five encounter at the Amahoro Stadium, Kigali on Friday.

The Malian adopted what looked like a 4-2-3-1 formation for the game.

Wilfred Ndidi and Alex Iwobi featured in midfield, while the quartet of Moses Simon, Samuel Chukwueze, Ademola and Victor Osimhen occupied attacking roles.

Chelle, however, admitted that more work still needs to be done despite his team’s victory.

“This is why I said I am proud of my players. Congratulations to them,” the 47-year-old said after the game

“We need to improve, I know that. This was the first game, so I’m happy for the win, but we need to go back to work.”

He also admitted that his team used two or three systems in the game.

“We have a team with strengths and weaknesses, my job is to think about the game and project,” Chelle added.

“My job is to tell my players it’s possible to play like that so this is a game we played two or three systems.”

Serie A: Lookman nominated for Atalanta’s Player of the Season

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23 hours ago

June 13, 2025

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Ademola Lookman is in the running for Atalanta’s Goal of the Season award, Ekwutosblog reports.

Lookman had two goals nominated for the individual accolade.

The Nigeria international’s superb strike in Atalanta’s 3-2 loss to Real Madrid was the first on the list.

The 27-year-old also earned nomination for his sublime finish in La Dea’s 5-0 trouncing of Empoli at the Gewiss Stadium.

Lookman will be looking to add another individual award to his collections after scooping Atalanta’s Player of the Season prize for the last two campaigns.

He scored 22 times and recorded five assists in 46 appearances across all competitions for the Bergamo club last season.

EPL: Sign Osimhen instead of Gyokeres – Ferdinand advises Man United

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1 day ago

June 13, 2025

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Rio Ferdinand

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has advised his former club to sign Victor Osimhen instead of Viktor Gyokeres.

The Red Devils are in search of more firepower upfront after an underwhelming campaign.

The duo of Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee failed to deliver the goods, with United finishing in a disappointing 15th position on the table.

Ruben Amorim’s side also lost to Tottenham Hotspur in the final of the UEFA Europa League.

Gyokeres, who had an outstanding campaign for Portuguese club Sporting Lisbon, has been linked with a move to Old Trafford.

The forward scored 39 goals and registered eight assists to help Sporting Lisbon clinch the Portuguese League title.

Despite his impressive form in front of goal, Ferdinand believed Osimhen would be a better fit for his old club.

“I think Gyokeres, everyone’s talking about him. Again, I think if I’m looking at the market now and I had to pick him or Osimhen, I’d probably pick Osimhen because of that experience,” the former England international told the Mirror.