Head coach of the senior national team of Benin Republic Gernot Rohr says the coach of the Nigerian team Eric Chelle has changed the team a whole lot from the one he left behind following his exit as coach in 2022, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.
Rohr saw the dream of his team qualifying for the world cup evaporated at the Godswill Akpabio stadium in Uyo after losing 4-0 to a rampant Super Eagles team led by top striker Victor Osimhen.
Nigeria booked a spot in the playoff by virtue of the win, and Rohr who was the last coach to qualify the Super Eagles for the world cup in 2018 was asked about the difference he noticed in the team he left behind after his unceremonious exit in 2022.
“Oh, lots of things changed. I’m still happy to see half of the players were with me, and I’m very happy to see them, like friends. I will be the supporter for the playoffs. I will be the supporter for the World Cup because I think they can do it”, he said at the post match presser.
“We beat them in Abidjan and it was a big surprise. So, it was the first time that Benin could win a game against Nigeria. We are proud of that. And I think the Super Eagles are in a good way. Now we will see what will happen in November already. For the playoffs. Okay, so I wish you good luck for them. Thank you”, he stated.
Mohammed Mowiz Suleiman
