Super Eagles’ skipper, John Obi Mikel, better known as Mikel Obi, has called quits to his international football career at the age of 32.
The midfielder made the announcement on his Instagram account Thursday night at the twilight of the ongoing African Cup of Nations, Egypt 2019. Nigeria played their last game of the tournament Wednesday night to clinch the 3rd place at the competition. Senegal and Algeria will vie for the champions of the tournament in the final later to be played later today.
“Egypt is a country where I’ve started and have finished my National career,” writes Mikel. “In 2006 I played my first official championship for my Country. 2019 African Cup of Nations marks my last championship for National Team with Super Eagles,” the post continues.
“My national career started in 2003 under 17 World Cup and I’m grateful for the national team for placing me on the world arena and giving me an opportunity to show my skill and have an incredible National and International career.
“At the age of 32, it’s time for me to retire from the National team and let the youth take over, who’ve done an amazing job securing a bronze medal at AFCON 2019.
“Thank you to all my Nigerian supporters and to my Country for all the trust, support and love you’ve shown me over the past 15 years.
“Mikel am out!”
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