November 16, 2025
“During All the Penalties, the Guy From DR Congo Did Some Voodoo” — Nigeria Coach Éric Chelle Cries Out After Heated Clash
In a shocking post-match revelation, Nigeria’s head coach Éric Chelle has accused a member of the DR Congo staff of performing voodoo rituals during the tense penalty shootout of the World Cup playoff final.
According to Chelle, the incident triggered the dramatic confrontation seen at the end of the match, where tempers flared between both teams’ technical benches.
Chelle claimed that throughout the penalty kicks, he noticed a DR Congo official making suspicious gestures and movements, which he believes were intended to psychologically destabilize the Nigerian players.
> “During all the penalties, the guy from DR Congo did some voodoo,”
— Éric Chelle reportedly said as he expressed frustration over the unsportsmanlike behavior.
The altercation that followed quickly caught the attention of fans worldwide, sparking intense debate about superstition, sportsmanship, and the psychological warfare often associated with high-stakes African football.
Fans React
Social media has erupted with mixed reactions — some defending Chelle for speaking out, others dismissing the claims as emotional backlash following a tense game.
As investigations continue, the controversy has added another layer of drama to what was already one of the most nerve-wracking World Cup playoff finales in recent years.
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