FIFA President Gianni Infantino sends letter of commendation to the Nigeria Football Federation
FIFA President, Gianni Infantino has sent in a letter of commendation to the Nigeria Football Federation, thanking the Super Eagles, head coach, Gernot Rohr, his assistant, backroom staffs, and fans for their participation and efforts at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.
In the letter dated 30th August 2018 and addressed to The President of NFF, Infantino wrote: “I would like to express our most sincere appreciation to your National Team for participating in this 21st edition of the FIFA World Cup.
“The 2018 FIFA World Cup was an unforgettable celebration of football and a major factor in this was the participation of the Super Eagles, their sixth FIFA World Cup appearance.”
Infantino, also added that he was happy to attend the football match between Nigeria and Croatia and also against Iceland.
“I personally was very happy and proud to be able to attend in your presence two of your National Team matches, against Croatia and Iceland,” he said
The FIFA President also added, “Please pass on my compliments to all those who have contributed to this campaign, the players, the head coach Gernot Rohr but also the technical and medical team and, of course, the fans.
“Such achievement is no doubt based on hard work, professionalism and attention to detail, as well as passion and love of the game. All this augurs well for a very promising future and will undoubtedly pave the way for future success.”
