{"id":852644,"date":"2025-06-01T16:12:16","date_gmt":"2025-06-01T21:12:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/01\/benjamin-frederick-brentford-youngster-wows-chelle-in-super-eagles-win-over-jamaica\/"},"modified":"2025-06-01T16:12:16","modified_gmt":"2025-06-01T21:12:16","slug":"benjamin-frederick-brentford-youngster-wows-chelle-in-super-eagles-win-over-jamaica","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/01\/benjamin-frederick-brentford-youngster-wows-chelle-in-super-eagles-win-over-jamaica\/","title":{"rendered":"Benjamin Frederick: Brentford youngster wows Chelle in Super Eagles\u2019 win over Jamaica"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has heaped praise on Brentford youngster Benjamin Frederick after the defender delivered a composed performance on his debut in Nigeria\u2019s Unity Cup final win over Jamaica, Soccernet.ng<\/a> reports.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Frederick, who joined the team just a day before the showdown in London, was handed a surprise start at the heart of the defence.<\/p>\n

Despite the short notice, the 20-year-old centre-back showed no signs of nerves, putting in a calm and assured display that caught the attention of many.<\/p>\n

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Benjamin Frederick debuts for Super Eagles [Photo credit\/IMAGO]<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Speaking to reporters, as observed by Soccernet.ng<\/a>, after the match, Chelle commended the teenager\u2019s maturity on the ball and his strong technical abilities.<\/p>\n

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\u201cBenjamin Frederick was good. He was very calm and composed. Technically, he\u2019s close to perfect \u2014 especially when it comes to touching the ball and making strong passes,\u201d Chelle said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Frederick, who joined Premier League side Brentford in 2023, was a standout performer alongside his more experienced teammates.<\/p>\n

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Final Nigeria manager Eric Chelle during the Unity Cup Final [Photo credit\/IMAGO]<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

However, Chelle noted there was still room for growth, especially after Nigeria conceded twice in the 2-2 draw before winning 5-4 on penalties.<\/p>\n

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\u201cHe reads the game well, but of course, there\u2019s room for improvement. We conceded a goal, and maybe he could have done something differently in that situation.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cLike I always say about our players \u2014 even when they play well \u2014 we still need to improve every day.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Benjamin Frederick celebrates with Samuel Chukwueze [Photo credit\/IMAGO]<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Chelle jokingly revealed that his assistant had credited him for Frederick\u2019s solid performance, but the coach insisted the youngster must continue to build on this impressive start.<\/p>\n

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\u201cMy assistant even joked that I should take credit for his performance because I selected him. But really, it\u2019s just one game \u2014 a big one \u2014 and he needs to keep working hard and improving.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Frederick\u2019s solid debut adds to Nigeria\u2019s list of defenders ready to get a call up as the team prepares for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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\n\t\t\t\tAyomide Oguntimehin is a CAF-accredited sports journalist and Editor at Soccernet.ng, with a proven track record in conducting interviews with Super Eagles stars such as William Troost-Ekong, Taiwo Awoniyi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Ademola Lookman, and many others. He has also made a significant impact in breaking transfer news stories.<\/p>\n

Grounded in video editing, video journalism, social media management, and content strategy, Ayomide brings a wealth of expertise to his work.\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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