I almost quit Super Eagles after 2013 AFCON – Mikel
Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has revealed that he almost quit the national team after winning the 2013 Africa Nations Cup in South Africa.
The midfielder spoke to Trabzonspor’s weekend magazine on why he quit the team at the age of 32 years.
“I served the national team for 13 years, a larger part of those years as captain. In this process, we have achieved significant successes as a team. I first wanted to leave in 2013, but as a result of our negotiations with the authorities, I decided to continue.”
“We currently have very talented young players. They ’re all bright. I think these players can handle the challenges. I had to make room for them. Besides, I don’ t have many years of football in front of me. I want to focus on my team .”
He said he felt bad not winning the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations but remains happy that the team’s future is secured with the talents in the squad.
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“Our team did a good job, we could do more, we could have won the tournament, but it was unfortunate. We have a very good national team and I think they can achieve significant success in the future. I will continue to give them my best support .” He concluded.