By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has accused Democratic Republic of Congo of using ”Voodoo” during the penalty shootout of their 2026 FIFA World Cup African playoffs final.
Nigeria lost the keenly contested encounter 4-3 on penalities.
The game ended in a 1-1 draw after 120 minutes of thrilling football action.
Democratic Republic of Congo earned a spot in the Intercontinental playoffs following the win.
Chelle openly confronted a member of the Leopards backroom staff over the incident.
“During all the penalties, the guy of Congo did some voodoo every time, every time, every time,” Eric Chelle told ESPN Africa, while demonstrating the action by raising an arm.
“This is why I was nervous and after him.”
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