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Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel, on Thursday, announced his retirement from international football at the age of 32 after a successful career with the national team.

Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel, on Thursday, announced his retirement from international football at the age of 32 after a successful career with the national team.

Mikel’s announcement comes less than 24 hours after Nigeria won bronze at the 2019 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Egypt following Super Eagles 1-0 win over Carthage Eagles of Tunisia on Wednesday night.

The 32-year-old midfielder took to his Instagram page to break the news, saying he started his career for Nigeria in Egypt and it is historic for him to announce his retirement in the same country.

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