‘Bring Back The World Cup’, Buhari Charges Super Eagles (PHOTOS)

President Muhammadu Buhari has challenged the Super Eagles to bring the 2018 World Cup trophy back home.

Buhari stated this on Wednesday when he received members of the team led by President of the Nigerian Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, at the State House.

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“As you are going to represent us in Russia, you must bear in mind that you are not just going for a tournament.

“With each game, you must remember that you are carrying the passions, emotions, and feelings of over 180 million people.

“Play fair and clean, but demonstrate the gallant spirit which Nigerians are known for.

“Nothing unites Nigerians more than football and nothing will gladden the people of Nigeria than for your to acquit yourself honourably by winning in Russia.

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“You are the youngest team in the tournament which means you are likely the most inexperienced team, a fact that will not be lost on your opponents. But it is also something that you can use to your advantage.

“You have the full support and the blessings of all Nigerians who will look up to you for as long as the tournament last.

Buhari also commended the NFF for drawing up the right programme that is helping to refine the team to the powerful force which it’s meant to be.

“This is our time. We look up to you to make us proud. All Nigerians join me in saying to you, best of luck. Thank you and God be with you all,” he said.

Eagles are expected to leave the country Wednesday evening for London in preparation towards their pre-World Cup friendly match against England at the Wembley Stadium on Saturday.

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In five previous outings at the FIFA World Cup, the Eagles have reached the Round of 16 on three occasions (1994, 1998 and 2014), but excited at the group stage at the 2002 and 2010 finals.

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