The 33-year-old forward announced his international retirement on Wednesday after debuting in 2010, scoring 16 goals for the Super Eagles, including four at World Cups and a historic brace against Argentina in 2014. He will now continue his club football with Nigerian club Kano Pillars.
His Stats with the Super Eagles:
- 111 appearances
- 16 Goals
- AFCON Winner (2013)
- Nigeria’s highest World Cup goalscorer (4 goals)
In his words on X:
“I wore this badge with pride for 15 years.
From a 17-year-old boy who answered every call for Nigeria, to becoming the most capped Super Eagle with 111 appearances.”
AFCON champion 🏆
Nigeria’s highest World Cup goalscorer ⚽️
Captain. Servant. Believer.
I gave everything.
Thank you, Nigeria… my heart will always beat green.”
A legacy of commitment, leadership and service to the nation. Thank you for your service Ahmed Musa MON
