A video serving the rounds online shows the heated moment Nigerian coach, Eric Chelle went after a Dr. Congo fan during the World Cup playoff penalty shootout.
Dr. Congo held Nigeria to a 1-1 draw on Sunday night, 16 November 2025 after subsequently won on penalties.
Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle had some things to say after the match as he claimed that he saw a guy practicing voodoo (Juju) during the game.
Some videos however showed the moment he lost his cool as he went after the guy but was stopped by other officials who urged him to calm down.
Eric Chelle is yet to lose a match during open play since he joined Nigeria as coach.
Nigerians on their part was left disappointed knowing that their hopes to play the most prestigious competition in World football was dashed.
This makes is the 2nd time in a roll that Nigeria has failed to qualify for the FIFA World Cup. 2022 they weren’t in Qatar for the World Cup and just last night, 16 November 2025, they crashed out after losing a penalty shootout.
Watch the videos of Eric Chelle going after the said Dr. Congo supporter below:
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