Don’t Write Off Super Eagles, Ekweremadu

Ekweremadu

Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, has urged Nigerians not to  write off Super Eagles after the Saturday’s 2-0 loss to Croatia in the ongoing World Cup tournament in Russia.

Ekweremadu made the call in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr Uche Anichukwu, on Sunday in Abuja.

The Eagles were beaten 0-2 in their first match in Group D, which also has Argentina and Iceland.

He expressed optimism that the team would get better as the tournament progressed.

According to Ekweremadu, “No doubt the team made costly mistakes and Nigeria is in a tight corner after the loss to Croatia.

“However, I am sure that the players and coaching crew have picked some lessons.

“The technical crew might have to rethink the team’s formation.

“Maybe, also, we stand to gain more from the players in their natural wings.

“I am an optimist. It is not over yet for the Super Eagles in Russia, especially given their traditional resilient spirit.

“I have no doubt also that they understand that they bear the expectations and hopes of over 180 million people on their shoulders.

“But, we owe them total support and prayers.”

The Super Eagles will meet Iceland on Friday in their next group game.