President of
Nigeria Football Federation, Aminu Maigari on Tuesday inspired players
of the Falconets,
with words of courage, saying he has confidence in them to reach Sunday’s
championship final.
Following their easy
4-1 dismissal of New Zealand in the quarter final on Sunday, the Falconets clash with pacy North Korea at
the Moncton Stadium, Moncton on Wednesday
evening, in the first semi final.
“I have watched
all the matches played by the girls since the championship started, and I am
greatly delighted at the manner they have taken it one match at a time.
“The North
Koreans are a leading powerhouse in women’s football in the world, but so are
our girls. This tournament has shown the prowess and skills of our girls. I am
truly impressed and I know they have what it takes to reach the final.”
Four years ago,
Maigari was with the Falconets in
Germany as they flew all the way to the final, before losing 0-2 to the host
nation to finish with the silver medals.
“I believe that
this time, our girls will not be content with reaching the final. Yes, they
still have the semi final to play, but I know that once they conquer the Koreans,
their eyes will be on the trophy.”
Victory over the
North Koreans on Wednesday will reward the Falconets
with a final against either Germany or France, at Montreal’s fabulous all-cover
Olympic Stadium, on Sunday.
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