The Minister of Sports Development, John Enoh, has charged Nigeria's U-20 women's football team, the Falconets, to face their upcoming knockout clash against Japan with courage and determination.
The Super Falconets will battle Japan in the early hours of Friday for a place in the quarterfinals of the ongoing FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, taking place in Colombia.
Enoh, in a statement by his spokesperson, Diana-Mary Nsan, commended the team's impressive performance in the group stage, where they recorded notable victories against South Korea and Venezuela, finishing second in Group D, tied on points with Germany.
He emphasized that the entire nation is behind the team, urging the players to take make history and fight their Japan without fear or hesitation.
The Falconets have shown remarkable skill and resilience throughout the group stage. I have no doubt that they have what it takes to succeed against Japan. I urge the girls to approach the game with confidence and belief in their abilities. The entire country is behind you, and I have every confidence that you will make us proud. Play with your hearts and leave no stone unturned, Enoh said.
