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Nigerian president hails national soccer team

Xinhua, October 11, 2016 Adjust font size:

Nigerian president Muhammadu Buhari has hailed the national soccer team for defeating Zambia in the Russia 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier played on Sunday.

In a statement on Monday, Buhari, commended the Super Eagles for beating the Chipolopolo of Zambia 2-1 at home in Ndola.

The president described the victory as "cheery and soul-lifting", adding it was a "sign of good things to come".

He urged the team to ultimately pursue the goal of qualifying for the World Cup and boost the confidence of its fans. Endit