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No regrets losing — Atiku, Saraki react to England defeat
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar missed his breakfast for the Super Falcons clash against England, but he regrets nothing…
No game has ever united Nigerians than football has done on a global level, and following the Super Falcons defeat to England, Nigeria politicians Saraki and Atiku have reacted.
The former Vice President, Abubakar Atiku who is very much a football fan reacted to Nigeria’s elimination from the FIFA Women’s tournament.
Taking to Twitter, Atiku tweeted,
“We may have lost to England in a penalty shootout, but the @NGSuper_Falcons have every reason to hold their heads high. I still have no regrets about skipping my breakfast for this game. #ENGNGR #FIFAWWC –AA.”
Nigeria Super Falcons’ display in the tournament gave the world and fans the excitement that was promised despite the exit from the round of 16, with fans taking to social media to celebrate the Falcons.
Also reacting, former Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki tweeted:
“Despite the heartbreak of the penalty shootout, I am proud of the Super Falcons for their incredible journey in the #FIFAWWC. And you, @NGSuper_Falcons, should be proud of what you have achieved. #ENGNGA.”
According to Atiku, there is no regret skipping breakfast to watch his side crash out of the Round of 16, he also insist the Super Falcons have every reason to hold their head high following their display against England.
