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Eagles treated to bread and salt in Yessentuki

Nigeria’s Super Eagles, who landed at the Mineralnye Vody Airport in Russia on Monday night, were
treated to bread and salt by the people of Yessentuki to welcome them. Yessentuki is where the Eagles will be based in Russia.

Addressing the press, head of the city, Alexander Nekristov said he was expecting the Eagles to enjoy
their stay in Russia.

“At the World Cup, Yessentuki will immediately be home for two teams – Russian and Nigerian teams, and
I am confident that our guests will feel our welcome and this will help them realize their most
ambitious plans,” he said.

He expressed surprise that the players and officials felt at home after eating the bread and salt.

The “Khutorok” ensemble brought guests traditional bread and salt, Cossack health resorts were sounded.
“The footballers tried the bread and salt, it turned out they know our traditions.” Everything went in
a friendly atmosphere and ended with a photo as a keepsake, “the press service said.

“In addition to the team, there are expected the arrival of 50 accompanying persons from Nigeria, about
100 journalists will cover the event. About 30 agencies and over a thousand specialists are involved in
organizing an open training session. Specially trained volunteers will help viewers and low-mobility
citizens.

Nigeria open their campaign against Croatia on Saturday at 8pm Nigeria time.

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