Social media erupted with praise for Super Eagles’ new head coach, Eric Chelle, and the team following their decisive 2-0 victory over Rwanda in Friday’s 2026 World Cup qualifier.
Victor Osimhen’s brace secured Nigeria’s first-ever win on Rwandan soil, reigniting their World Cup qualification hopes and propelling them to fourth place in Group C.
Fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to express their excitement and commend the team’s performance. Bernard Parah lauded the team’s aggressive approach, stating, “Nigeria came out aggressive—pressing high, owning the ball, and setting the tempo. Lookman was electric, Osimhen hungry, and the Super Eagles looked like a side on a mission. The Super Eagles have done it; Nigeria’s first-ever win on Rwandan soil. It wasn’t flawless, but it was fearless. A night carved from grit, two moments of brilliance, and a wall of white shirts that refused to crack.”
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Michael Bogbo highlighted the effective partnership between Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, whose assist led to the opening goal. “Solid performance by the Super Eagles! Victor Osimhen shines and forms a promising partnership with Lookman. Midfield duo Iwobi and Ndidi show flexibility, but lack marking force, exposing defence to pressure,” he wrote.
Many fans attributed the team’s tactical improvement to new coach Eric Chelle. EyeDoc questioned, “Can we give the new coach credit for the team’s performance? What a fantastic first half! Osimhen’s goals were simply sensational!” Saint Michael responded, noting, “For one thing in particular. Our forward line pressed all through. Not sure I have seen a Super Eagles team press up front.”
Annabel Ikio observed, “Eric Chelle has remarkably accumulated the same number of points Nigeria had after four games, a total of 3 points.”
The victory has revived fans’ optimism about Nigeria’s World Cup qualification chances. Jimeta expressed confidence, “The Super Eagles soared today against Rwanda, playing with fierce purpose like a team destined for the World Cup. Kudos to the new coach and these unstoppable players!”
Olowu Daniel simply declared, “Ladies and gentlemen, the journey has started. Three points gotten already.”
With this crucial win, Nigeria now focuses on their upcoming fixtures, aiming to climb further up the Group C standings, currently led by South Africa.
