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2026 WCQ: Why I Dropped Troost-ekong For Nigeria Vs Rwanda – Chelle

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Last updated: September 7, 2025 9:41 am
sulaimon opeyemi305
Published: September 7, 2025
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The head coach of the Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, has said he was only doing his job after leaving out Troost-Ekong against Rwanda on Saturday.

Troost-Ekong, who usually wears the captain’s armband, was benched for the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier in Uyo, Akwa Ibom.

Chelle started 20-year-old Benjamin Fredrick in central defence alongside Calvin Bassey.

This meant it was Wilfred Ndidi who led the three-time African champions out.

Chelle eventually brought Troost-Ekong on as a late substitute, as Nigeria defeated the Amavubi 1-0.

When asked by the media about his decision, Chelle replied: “I don’t want to explain myself; this is my choice as a coach, and I respect and believe in all my players.

“This is my job. If we win, everybody will be happy, and if we don’t, they will complain, but this is my choice.”

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