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NFF calls for support ahead off 2018 FIFA World Cup double-header, calls for understanding from club officials

By Adeyinka Akintunde on August 4, 2017

President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Amaju Pinnick, has stated that everything is set for the Super Eagles of Nigeria to achieve at least four points in the double-header 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier slated for September.

Pinnick said that all that is needed now is for Nigerians to support the team with prayer and encouragement, as the country hopes to fly its flag at the Mundial.

Speaking in an interview on Channels Television “Sports Tonight” on Wednesday, Pinnick revealed that he received the loss to South Africa “with a sense of philosophical calmness. The moment we were thinking that the Super Eagles were in high spirit, we experienced that loss. But the good thing is that we have immediately addressed some issue, that's why there is a new goalkeeper trainer in the team, as well as work in other departments.”

Pinnick further said “we have already booked the flight that will take the Eagles to Yaounde, after the match in Uyo, accommodation is ready and other logistics. We only appeal for support from Nigerians.”

The NFF President further pleaded with the club owners and officials to bear with the Federation, and consider making a national sacrifice in releasing players for the Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers against Benin Republic.

“We appeal to clubs that have players in the CHAN Eagles to see this as sacrifice in the interest of the nation. This is a passionate appeal.”

“The League has done so well in producing these players. Let them go and showcase themselves at the CHAN level.

”Speaking on officiating in the local league, Pinnick said: “I think we are getting there. I will rate the officiating of this season higher than last term, and I also have a dream of having a Nigerian Referee officiate a FIFA World Cup Match.”

The Home-Based Eagles are currently camping in Kano ahead of the match against the Squirrels on August 13 at the Mathieu Kérékou stadium with the 2nd leg tie a week later at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano.

•Photo shows Amaju Pinnick.

Source Daily Sports

Posted August 4, 2017