FIFA World Cup Russia 2018: France President, Macron Asks Nigerians For Total Support Against Uruguay

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The African country's whose kit for the ongoing FIFA World Cup tournament in Russia was ranked as the most beautiful kit in the tournament bowed out of the competition after Manchester United defender, Rojo's late strike secured the needed three points for Argentina in the group stage last match.


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The South American side went ahead to meet France in the round of sixteen knockout stage only to be defeated during the thrilling encounter thanks to the show of excellence from the most wanted teenage footballer in the world, Kylian Mbappe whose superb brace gave France the triumph.

Nigerian supporters, home and abroad celebrated Argentina's loss as it meant a win for Nigerians who believed they should have won their encounter with the Argentines had the referee made the right decisions throughout the match. Many football analysts beleive Nigeria should have been awarded at least two penalty kicks during the match.

France president, Emmanuel Macron has now urged the West African country to give the utmost support to France as Les Bleus prepare ahead the tough test awaiting them against Uruguay on Saturday. The France president made the request during a basketball match in Lagos, Nigeria.

France boast of a very strong team and are looking forward to bringing the glory back to their country having won it last in 1998. Uruguay defeated Portugal thanks to a brace from Edison Cavani and are in good shape to give France a frustrating encounter on Saturday afternoon

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Despite the quality of players in their squad, France have failed to beat Uruguay in their last five meetings with Uruguay winning their last match against France in 2013 while the other four (including two World Cup meetings) ended in draw.


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