After leading Nigeria to third place at African Cup of Nations in Egypt, Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has announced his retirement from international football.
Mikel, 32, took to his Instagram page to make the announcement
"Egypt is a country where I've started and have finished my National career. 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.
"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!"
SOURCE: https://www.tori.ng