Shola Ameobi Regrets Afcon No Show
Published: September 08, 2013
Newcastle United attacker Shola Ameobi made his competitive debut for Nigeria's National Team in the 2 - 0 defeat of Malawi.
Ameobi's other two appearances came in exhibition matches against South Africa and Venezuela.
He would have represented the Super Eagles at the African Cup of Nations but a clause in his contract prevented him from honoring the invitation of the national team selectors.
'' Obviously it is a regret that I couldn't make it. Things were said and it transpired that I couldn't make it, but I rejoice for the nation.
"It was a great moment for them, and they really went and showed the world that they are a good side and I'm proud to be able to join this group of guys," says Shola Ameobi to kickoffnigeria.com.
Shola Ameobi played the last five minutes in Saturday's tie against the Flames.
Photo Credit: footballtop.com
Ameobi's other two appearances came in exhibition matches against South Africa and Venezuela.
He would have represented the Super Eagles at the African Cup of Nations but a clause in his contract prevented him from honoring the invitation of the national team selectors.
'' Obviously it is a regret that I couldn't make it. Things were said and it transpired that I couldn't make it, but I rejoice for the nation.
"It was a great moment for them, and they really went and showed the world that they are a good side and I'm proud to be able to join this group of guys," says Shola Ameobi to kickoffnigeria.com.
Shola Ameobi played the last five minutes in Saturday's tie against the Flames.
Photo Credit: footballtop.com
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