Reactions as Nigeria's High Commissioner to Australia visits the Super Falcons ahead of England knockout clash.
The Super Falcons of Nigeria continue preparation for their round of 16 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup clash against the Lionesses of England.
Chief Felix Anyansi-Agwu First Vice President of the Nigeria Football Federation ahead of the game against England was a significant role model as the Super Falcons finished up their pregame warmups.
The former Enyimba FC manager stayed during the entire practice on the Perry Park field and voiced confidence in the nine-time African champions to defeat the Three Lionesses in the shootout on Monday night at Lang Park.
Speaking to the NFF website, he said, “I am very impressed with the form the team has shown so far, and what I have seen at today’s training sessions.
"We have a strong squad capable of doing the business and we are backing them to go all the way.
“They were exceptional in the group stage, finishing without losing a single match, which in itself is a record for an African team.
"The clash with England is an opportunity for the Super Falcons to continue their groundbreaking feats at the FIFA World Cup.”
Anyansi-Agwu also praised the High Commissioner, Ambassador Anderson Madubike for his involvement with the team.
He added, “Our High Commission officials have been super-committed to the noble project of supporting our ladies here, and they did a marvelous job in all the three matches of the group phase, from the first match against Canada in Melbourne.
"The High Commissioner, Ambassador Anderson Madubike and his top officials have been amazing. So also, have been the leaders of the Nigerian community.
“I want to encourage them to do even more as we get set to play the Round of 16 match. It is a big match and we need all the support.”
Reactions as Nigeria's High Commissioner to Australia visit Super Falcons ahead of England game
The Super Falcons' official Twitter account posted a video of Nigeria's High Commissioner to Australia visiting the Super Falcons ahead of the game against England.
Some Nigerian football fans questioned the visit of the High Commissioner to Australia to the Super Falcons camp.
Here are the reactions of Nigerians
The Super Falcons of Nigeria take on the Lioness of England at the Brisbane Stadium, which has a tournament capacity of 46,851.
The game will kick off at 8.30 a.m. Nigerian time on Monday, August 7, 2023.
The Super Falcons' game against England will be available on Supersport, Afrosport, and Blend TV.
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