In the round of 16, Senegal secured a 3-1 win over Sudan to progress to the quarterfinals.
Chelle emphasised that his squad practised penalties at every training session during the tournament.
Calls for Chelle to remain as the Super Eagles’ gaffer have grown significantly following the quality of football Nigeria has played in Morocco.
It is an opportunity for either Egypt or Nigeria to salvage something from their campaigns at the tournament following semi-final heartbreaks.
The draws were conducted in Morocco on Thursday.
“Make una go interview referee,” was the retort of one of Nigeria’s Super Eagles players after losing to the hosts, Morocco, on penalties.
Morocco will now face Senegal in the final of the competition.
Unfortunately, Senegal will be without Koulibaly and Habib Diarra in the final.
Mr Ali said, “The match is going to be an interesting game and the teams will give each other tough time but I think Morocco will win because of home support.”
The 29-year-old player attributed the progress to the brotherhood bond the players had established.
