Minister of Sports Urges Super Eagles on World Cup Qualification
The Minister of Sports, John Enoh, has emphasized the significance of the Super Eagles qualifying for the next World Cup during a recent address.
This call comes in the wake of Nigeria’s narrow miss in the final phase of qualification for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where they were edged out by West African rivals Ghana.
The upcoming World Cup is slated to be hosted across three North American countries. Nigeria has commenced the qualification journey with an undesirable start, securing two draws from two games.
In a statement on Channels TV’s Sports Tonight, Minister John Enoh underscored the urgency for the Super Eagles to secure their spot in the next mundial.
He expressed concern about the team’s shaky start and stressed the importance of not missing out on another World Cup opportunity.
Enoh acknowledged Nigeria’s recent performance in the AFCON tournament, where they finished as runners-up after a thrilling campaign in Ivory Coast.
He emphasized the need for the Super Eagles to build on this momentum and strive for a successful World Cup qualification campaign.
To secure their place in the World Cup, Nigeria faces a challenging path, navigating through teams such as South Africa, Benin Republic, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, and Lesotho in the qualification rounds.
The Minister’s message resonates with football enthusiasts across the nation, urging the Super Eagles to regroup, focus, and give their all in pursuit of World Cup qualification, aiming to replicate past successes and make the nation proud on the global stage.