Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has stated that his team will be satisfied with any victory over South Africa in their upcoming World Cup qualifier, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
Nigeria's 1-0 win over Rwanda on Saturday revived their chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, moving them to third place in Group C.
"We will be happy if we win 1-0 in South Africa. The most important thing is the three points," Chelle emphasized, highlighting his focus on securing maximum points rather than the scoreline.
The Super Eagles will face South Africa at the Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein next Tuesday, seeking to close the gap on the group leaders.
Chelle's pragmatic approach comes after a hard-fought win against Rwanda, which demonstrated the team's determination and resilience.
With South Africa leading the group with 13 points, Nigeria knows a win is crucial to keep their World Cup hopes alive.¹