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AFCON 2027 qualifiers: Why I substituted Samuel Chukwueze against Madagascar – Chelle

Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, has explained why he substituted Samuel Chukwueze during his side’s Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifier 2-1 win against Madagascar on Friday. Chelle opted to replace Chukwueze with LASK forward Moses Usor, who scored the winning goal for Nigeria against Madagascar. Speaking to reporters after the game, the Malian said he […] AFCON 2027 qualifiers: Why I…

AFCON 2027 qualifiers: Why I substituted Samuel Chukwueze against Madagascar – Chelle

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle revealed his reasoning behind substituting Samuel Chukwueze during Nigeria's AFCON qualifier against Madagascar. Chelle opted to replace the AC Milan star with Moses Usor, who ultimately scored the winning goal for Nigeria. Chelle explained that the substitution was a tactical decision, as Chukwueze had finished the first half well but appeared tired. The Nigerian team will face Guinea-Bissau in their next qualifier on Tuesday.

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