Minister for Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Sunday Dare has urged the newly appointed coach of the Super Eagles, Jose Peseiro to build a team where there’s hunger and commitment to represent the nation.
This was disclosed at the Minister’s Conference Room where the Portuguese gaffer was officially received by the Minister on Wednesday.
Sunday Dare, who assured the coach that the new crew will enjoy the support of the Ministry through the NFF, to ensure the team succeeds during his time in charge of the Super Eagles.
He further said “for us as a ministry and the NFF, the message we want to pass emphatically to the new coach, is that this is the start of the rebuilding process. Nigeria is a football-loving nation, they love the Super Eagles and they love to win every game, even though it’s impossible. Whether it is friendly or a competitive game. Let there be consistency and discipline in our team, on and off the pitch, because it’s a critical criteria for success”
“Nigerians would want to see the hunger, aggressiveness, and the commitment in the team that you lead. If you lose, it should be done gallantly with a spirited fight. You must restore the confidence of Nigerians in the Super Eagles”, Dare added.
