Politics Why I Am Not Surprised Super Eagles Qualified For Russia 2018 - Jonathan

[ProfRem]

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has congratulated the Super Eagles of Nigeria after qualifying for the Russia 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Nigeria became the first African nation to book a spot at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia after a 1-0 win over Zambia on Sunday in Uyo.

Arsenal forward Alex Iwobi scored the winner as Gernot Rohr’s side qualified for a record sixth World Cup appearance.



In a tweet via his official Twitter handle, Mr. Jonathan applauded the fighting spirit of the Eagles, saying the team exemplified the “can do Nigerian spirit”.

“I am not surprised that you have qualified. Thank you @NGSuperEagles. You exemplify the can do Nigerian spirit,” he tweeted.

 

[Nuthsa]

I like this team very much, just read about it history and players - https://www.naij.com/tag/695-super-eagles.html. Especially Martins my favorite player. He is a great star of football. I hope that they will show good results in Russia! Good luck!