By Oluwaseun Sonde
Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari has commended the gallant display of Nigeria’s Super Falcons against the Moroccan female national football team in the second Semi-finals of the African Women’s Cup of Nations.
In a statement released by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina on Tuesday.
The Super Falcons, who were on their way to clinching the African title for the 11th time, lost to their host, Morocco, in a penalty knockout that ended 5-4.
The President said, ‘‘Although many will be disappointed with the Moroccan victory on penalties, there are many positive outcomes for the Nigerian team to take home and prepare better for the next tournament".
Buhari is encouraged by the doggedness, resilience and professionalism of the girls, who despite playing with two players down before a home crowd showed their quality and class.
The President believes that great things are expected from this team and like all Nigerians; he will be cheering them on at future outings.
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