President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday had a telephone chat with the Golden Eaglets and their handlers, urging them to go for victory in Sunday's final match against Mali.
Presidential spokesman, Mr Femi Adeshina said that the chat lasted for about 25 minutes.
To Coach Emmanuel Amuneke, President Buhari said ;
“Your victory tomorrow will remind Nigerians of what happened in China 30 years ago, and it will raise the morale of Nigerians, especially the youths.
“We’re praying for you. We are anxiously waiting to receive the cup. Please put us on the world map of soccer again."
The President charged goalkeeper Udoh Akpan to keep a clean sheet. “If you don’t let in the goals, then none will be scored against us. We look forward to lifting the cup,’’ he said.
To defenders John Lazarus and Tobechukwu Ibe, President Buhari said ; “don’t allow anybody to penetrate the defense. Rest well today, because a lot of Nigerians will be depending on you tomorrow.’’
To top striker Victor Osimhen, the president gave the charge to strike the Malians like thunder.
“Strike like thunder tomorrow. I believe you will bring us victory,’’ he said.
According to the Presidential spokesman, “apart from the 21 players and head coach, President Buhari also had encouraging words for other members of the technical team, the team doctor, physiotherapist, media officer, and other officials.’’
The team thanked the president for his support and vowed not to let him and the country down.
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