Africa Cup of Nations

Eric Chelle explains call-ups of Suleiman, Bewene and Tijani to Nigeria squad

Nigeria coach Eric Chelle explained the call-ups of Czech-based Mubarak Suleiman and Abdullah Bewene, and former Nigeria youth team captain Samson Tijani, ahead of Friday’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Tanzania.

Kora W Goal editorial team13 November 2026 at 12:361 Minute

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Nigeria coach Eric Chelle explained the call-ups of Czech-based Mubarak Suleiman and Abdullah Bewene, and former Nigeria youth team captain Samson Tijani. He spoke at a press conference ahead of Friday’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Tanzania.

Chelle said the players deserved to be called up, citing their desire to represent their country and their enthusiasm to show their abilities, as well as their commitment and readiness. Nigeria’s match against Tanzania is scheduled to kick off at five p.m. Nigeria time.