ADVERTISEMENT

The Super Eagles (and their jerseys) have given Nigerians a brief distraction

An Iwobi goal a day will keep the heartache away.

Expected to be one of the youngest teams in the world cup, many fans of Nigerian football have considerably high hopes for an exciting team with a healthy sprinkling of upstarts like Alex Iwobi, Kelechi Iheanacho and Francis Uzoho.

The Eagles' Jersey, which sold out in three minutes after lengthy queues snaked around Oxford and Regent Street in London on its June 1 launch date, has also stirred up strong feelings, particularly among millennials and members of Generation Z.

ADVERTISEMENT

It has been said that the jersey was not made for Nigerians at home. Aptly so, it would appear.

Made in Aba or Thailand

Nigeria is in a group that features Argentina and Croatia. While many fans are realistic, there is also a strong sense of optimism that the young team might go a considerable distance.

Ultimately, all of this is a temporary respite. The reality for many Nigerians is far from the cheers that will greet the boys as they make their way through Russia.

ADVERTISEMENT

But as long as they're there, it should be enough. An Iwobi goal a day to keep the heartache away.

JOIN OUR PULSE COMMUNITY!

Unblock notifications in browser settings.
ADVERTISEMENT

Eyewitness? Submit your stories now via social or:

Email: eyewitness@pulse.ng

Recommended articles

7 do's and don’ts of the Holy month of Ramadan

7 do's and don’ts of the Holy month of Ramadan

Top 5 sweetest celebrity mother-child relationships that stand out for us

Top 5 sweetest celebrity mother-child relationships that stand out for us

International Women's Day: 5 Nigerian female celebrities championing women’s rights

International Women's Day: 5 Nigerian female celebrities championing women’s rights

Top 5 female directors in Nollywood

Top 5 female directors in Nollywood

6 things that will break a Muslim's fast during Ramadan

6 things that will break a Muslim's fast during Ramadan

5 benefits of fasting during Ramadan

5 benefits of fasting during Ramadan

5 reasons Easter was more fun when we were children

5 reasons Easter was more fun when we were children

Dos and don’ts of supporting Muslims during Ramadan

Dos and don’ts of supporting Muslims during Ramadan

Here are common things people rarely dream about

Here are common things people rarely dream about

ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT