By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle is optimistic his side can still earn a berth at the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite their position on the Group C table, Prompt News reports.
Nigeria sit in third position in Group C with 11 points from eight games.
South Africa top the standings with 17 points, while Benin Republic are on 14 points.
Tuesday’s 1-1 draw with Bafana Bafana of South Africa put a dent on Nigeria’s ambition of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup finals.
Chelle however said the Super Eagles won’t give up on their quest to play at the global soccer fiesta.
“My players are professionals and I know they will still want to win the remaining two games,” the Malian said after the game.
“A lot can happen over the next one month. But before that, we will have to analyse our performance tonight, which will not be easy.”
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