Super Eagles Coach Eric Chelle Hails Super Falcons’ WAFCON Glory
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Super Falcons following their historic triumph at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), calling it a “well-deserved victory.”
The Falcons clinched their record-extending 10th title in sensational fashion, rallying from a 2–0 deficit to defeat hosts Morocco 3–2 in a thrilling final.
🏆 Falcons Fly High in Morocco
Under the tactical leadership of Coach Justine Madugu, the Super Falcons delivered a dominant campaign:
✅ 14 goals scored – highest in the tournament
✅ Only 3 goals conceded – fewest overall
✅ Comeback win in the final
✅ 4 players in the Team of the Tournament
Chiamaka Nnadozie
Michelle Alozie
Rasheedat Ajibade
Esther Okoronkwo
🧠 Madugu also named Coach of the Tournament
🗣️ Chelle’s Message of Pride
In a video released via the Super Eagles media, Chelle expressed deep admiration:
“I want to congratulate the coach. It was a great tournament. I’m so proud of you and your technical staff. You deserve this trophy. I’m so happy for you and your family.”
His message reflects the growing unity between Nigeria’s men’s and women’s national teams, as the Super Eagles coach celebrates the excellence of his female counterparts.
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Chelle’s public show of support is more than a congratulatory note — it’s a signal of solidarity, respect, and belief in the growth of women’s football in Nigeria.
At a time when female athletes often receive less recognition, this gesture adds weight to the Falcons’ achievement and boosts morale across the board.
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