Chelle Downplays Knockout Stage Pressure Ahead of Super Eagles' Africa Cup of Nations Next Steps

Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has downplayed pressure after the Super Eagles secured a 3-1 win over Uganda to round off Group C at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle has played down the pressure of the Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage after the Super Eagles secured a 3-1 victory over Uganda in their final group match, which moved them to the top of Group C. Chelle acknowledged that knockout stages are tough but was pleased with his team's performance in the win. With the pressure now off, Nigeria will look to build momentum heading into the knockout stages. The Super Eagles will face Senegal next on Wednesday.