By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle says his team is ready for battle against the Amavubi of Rwanda, Prompt News reports.
The two teams will clash in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixture at the Amahoro Stadium, Kigali on Friday.
The Super Eagles must win the game to kick-start their qualifying campaign.
Chelle reckoned his side are determined to beat Adel Amrouche’s team.
“Everyday I want to live with my guys, everyday I want to stay with my guys. Our focus is majorly on this game, after this game we can focus on the next,” Chelle said during his interaction with the media.
“We want to fight on the pitch, the players want to play for the fans. They want to make Nigerians happy.
“I just want to win the game . It is important for us to qualify for the World Cup
“We need to go to training now, have our final training session before the game. Tomorrow we want to play this game and hopefully win.”
The Malian reckoned their opponent will be desperate for a win too, but stated that his players are ready for battle.
“They have a new coach, they want to win and we also want to win. We are ready,” he added.
“We must focus on our game, we have a great squad. We must work hard. What we do with the ball and off the ball will be important. We are focusing on our preparation and we will be ready.”
