Nigeria’s most capped player, Ahmed Musa, has announced his retirement from international football, bringing to a close a career spanning nearly 15 years with the Super Eagles. In an emotional statement, Musa said representing Nigeria’s green and white “meant everything to me,” reflecting on his journey from a young prospect to a respected leader.
He recalled a time when he was called up to the U-20, U-23, and senior national teams simultaneously, describing it as a challenging period he embraced wholeheartedly. The 33-year-old departs international football with 111 caps, a record he described as “a great honour,” noting that playing for Nigeria “was always bigger than me.”
Musa highlighted winning the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations and scoring notable World Cup goals against Argentina and Iceland as some of the defining moments of his career. He also spoke about his experience as captain of the Super Eagles, saying the role taught him responsibility, patience, and selflessness, particularly in guiding younger players.
The forward expressed gratitude to teammates, coaches, officials, and fans, adding that their support “meant more to me than you know,” bringing an end to months of speculation about his future. His retirement comes shortly after William Troost-Ekong’s exit, as Nigeria prepares for the upcoming AFCON tournament.
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