AFCON 2025
As the Super Eagles prepare for their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Zimbabwe on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, head coach Eric Chelle and captain William Troost-Ekong have emphasized the team’s focus and readiness.
During the pre-match press conference, Coach Chelle highlighted the importance of concentration and preparation.
He confirmed that all players are fit and available for selection, stating, “We had a good training session yesterday, and we need to finalize our preparation this evening. It won’t be easy; Zimbabwe is a good team, and we need to focus on our game.”
Captain William Troost-Ekong echoed the coach’s sentiments, emphasizing the team’s commitment to securing a victory.
He remarked, “The win over Rwanda is in the past. We are now 100% focused on the game against Zimbabwe tomorrow. Against a motivated Zimbabwean side, we just want to rise to the occasion and win.”
Troost-Ekong also addressed the team’s adaptability to the coach’s tactics, noting, “We are working on adjusting to the coach’s tactics. We have enough quality, and we saw that against Rwanda. It’s a process, and we just need to deliver against Zimbabwe tomorrow.”
The Super Eagles are set to face Zimbabwe at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. A victory in this match would significantly bolster Nigeria’s position in the qualifying campaign.
