Mikel Obi Considers Super Eagles’ Future
Super Eagles’ Skipper, John Mikel Obi, says his future and continued presence in the national soccer team will be determined by the realities ahead.
“My continued stay in the Super Eagles will be determined by future realities, but I love the team. It is very young, disciplined and supportive,” he said.
Mikel spoke at a post match conference against the backdrop of what he described as the team’s disappointing 1-2 lost to Argentina in the last group D encounter at St. Petersburg Stadium on Tuesday, June 26.
Nigeria failed to advance into the last 16 round following their painful defeat by the South Americans.
On his availability for Nigeria’s outings in the next African Cup of Nations, Mikel said; “We should wait for the Eagles to qualify first.”
“I hope I can still be around but that will depend on if the team qualify.”
Commenting on the team’s performance against Argentina, the Eagles Captain said: “It was a day we did everything we could but failed to qualify.
“In second half, we played well but luck was not on our side. It is a young team and we will be back in four years’ time.”
Talking of the welfare situation and administration of the team under him, Mikel said everything was wonderful and exciting.
“We have everything going well for us, the team was fantastic and friendly and the football authorities treated us well.
“Most especially, our travel arrangements were superb and I have never experienced it before,” Mikel said – NAN
