The Minister of Youth and Sports, Solomon Dalung, has reacted to
Nigeria’s 2-0 win over Iceland in their World Cup 2018 second match.
Dalung, in a statement on Saturday signed by his Special Assistant on
Media, Nneka Ikem-Anibeze, congratulated the Super Eagles for their
victory.
The minister said he is optimistic that the Super Eagles will qualify for the round of 16 from Group D.
He enjoined them to carry over the hard work, commitment and
discipline which brought about the emphatic win against Iceland to their
next match against Argentina.
“I commend the players and officials of the Super Eagles for their
superlative team spirit, unity of purpose and outstanding performance in
Volgograd.
“This victory is sweet and soothing to millions of football loving
Nigerians. You have displayed the typical Nigerian spirit that says we
can when it appears we can’t.
“I have no doubt in my mind that the Super Eagles will not only do
better against Argentina but will also go beyond expectations at the
World Cup in Russia.
“You can be rest assured of the support, love and prayers from the
Federal government and great football loving Nigerians at home and
abroad.
“The government will continue to lift the team with the available
resources while we expect you to make us proud with your sterling
performance,” he said.