The President said that though many people might have been disappointed with the Moroccan victory on penalties, but that there are many positive outcomes for the Nigerian team to take home and prepare better for the next tournament.
In a statement today, July 19 by a Presidential spokesman, Femi Adesina, the President said that he is encouraged by the doggedness, resilience and professionalism displayed by the girls, “who despite playing with two players down before a home crowd showed their quality and class.”
Buhari believed that great things are expected from Nigerian team, adding that like all Nigerians, I will be cheering them on at future outings.”
