Dont Test New Formation Former Al-ittihad Midfielder Warns Chelle Ahead Of Rwanda Clash

Former Super Eagles midfielder Mutiu Adepoju has urged new head coach Eric Chelle, not to experiment with unfamiliar formations ahead of their clash against Rwanda,

The Malian gaffer is set to take charge of his first game as head coach of the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations champions, who are in desperate need of all three points to keep their 2026 World Cup qualification hopes alive.

Ahead of the must-win encounter, Mutiu, a former Al-Ittihad midfielder, voiced concerns about straying from Nigeria's traditional style of play, which the team is accustomed to.

Adepoju has cautioned Chelle against introducing a new tactical setup when Nigeria faces Rwanda in their 2026 World Cup qualifier.

The former Real Madrid B player believes shifting away from Nigeria's traditional wing play could unsettle the team.