Kadiri Ikhana: Missing 2026 World Cup Feels Like ‘Self-Inflicted Pain’ for Super Eagles
Former Nigeria coach Kadiri Ikhana says watching the 2026 World Cup without the Super Eagles is embarrassing. The 74-year-old CAF Coach of the Year called the team’s absence a sign of Nigeria’s failure to show seriousness despite superior talent. Ikhana contrasted Nigeria with smaller nations like South Africa and Cape Verde, blaming self-inflicted lapses in qualification. He praised new head coach Eric Chelle for guiding the team through 25 matches with only two defeats and a more dynamic style of play. The former Enyimba and Kano Pillars boss believes Chelle is steering the Super Eagles back to their glory days. “This coach has lost only two games in 25. That shows progress,” Ikhana said, expressing confidence in the national side’s future.
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