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.
The EU aims to expand its cooperation with Egypt in the fight against unwanted migration despite criticism from human rights organisations.
“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.
The U.S. noted that indefinite pause to visa processing for the countries would take effect from January 21.
