AFCON: Nigerian Female Journalist Addresses Eric Chelle After Semi-final Loss, Gets Him Emotional

• A Nigerian journalist posted a clip where she addressed Eric Chelle following Nigeria's AFCON semi-final match against Morocco
• The Super Eagles of Nigeria lost 4-2 against the Atlas Lions of Morocco on penalties on Wednesday, January 14, 2026
• Though she was cut short, many noticed how the head coach reacted to what she said, sparking mixed reactions

A Nigerian journalist, Isemuan Iyomon, addressed the head coach of the Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, following the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final match between Nigeria and Morocco.

Morocco defeated Nigeria 4–2 on penalties to qualify for the AFCON 2025 final, with Samuel Chukwueze and Bruno Onyemaechi missing their spot kicks following a goalless draw in extra time.

In a press conference held after the loss, the bold journalist addressed Chelle, telling him how proud Nigerians were of the team and their performance.

She posted a video from her section on her TikTok page, @isemuan_, where she posted her addressing the coach, before she was cut short.

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The journalist captioned the post:

“I got so emotional at the press conference, I was cut short, which I understand. Despite the reactions to my penalty question, I want Africa and the world to know that Coach Eric Chelle is one of the best things to happen to the Nigeria national team in the past 3-5years.

“My only pain is knowing Nigeria may never host AFCON and I may never feel what Moroccan fans felt last night as hosts.”

Watch the TikTok video below:

Source: Legit.ng