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Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has explained his decision to invite Czech-based players Mubarak Suleiman and Abdullahi Bewene, as well as former Golden Eaglets captain Samson Tijani, to the national team.
Chelle spoke at his pre-match press conference ahead of Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match against Tanzania on Friday.
The Malian tactician said the players earned their invitations through their inclusion in the squad and motivation to represent the country.
He added that their commitment and readiness were among the reasons for considering them for the national team.
“Like I said, the national team is not closed to anybody. If they [Suleiman, Bewene and Tijani] are here, it is because they deserve to be here,” Chelle said.
“They want to show it to everybody, what they can do. They are very motivated.”
The kick-off for Nigeria vs Tanzania is 5 pm, Nigerian time.
