The FIFA/Coca-Cola World Cup Trophy was presented to President Muhammadu Buhari at the Banquet Hall, State House, Abuja yesterday.
The Trophy, the most coveted prize in world football was presented to President Buhari by former French international and a world winner, Christian Karembeu.
Karembu was full of praises for the Super Eagles of Nigeria. He tipped the Nigerian team to excel in Russia.
“Yes, we know there are a number of strong African countries in the game but Nigeria has always been a great footballing nation, and they have an exciting team heading to the FIFA World Cup in Russia. I have played alongside and against so many Nigerian players and I can attest to their strength and ambition. I believe the present Super Eagles squad is capable of great things,” Karembu said.
Karembu was accompanied by President of NFF, Mr. Amaju Pinnick and other officials to the State House
