Moses Simon Visits French Embassy, Commends Support For Nigerian Grassroots Football

Moses Simon Visits French Embassy, Commends Support For Nigerian Grassroots Football

Sampson Adedeji 

Super Eagles winger Moses Simon has expressed his appreciation to the French Embassy in Nigeria following a visit to the Embassy of France in Abuja on Tuesday, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The Nantes forward described the meeting with the French Ambassador to Nigeria as a great honour, revealing that discussions centred on the development of football in Nigeria and ways to support young talents across the country.

Simon commended the French Embassy for its contribution to grassroots football initiatives, particularly its support for the U-17 boys' tournament and the girls' training camp held in Kaduna.

According to the Nigerian international, investments in youth football are crucial to the future growth of the game, as they provide young players with opportunities to develop and showcase their abilities.

He thanked the Ambassador and the French Embassy for their commitment to nurturing emerging talents and empowering the next generation of Nigerian football stars.

The visit further highlights the growing collaboration between football stakeholders and international partners in promoting grassroots sports development in Nigeria.