BREAKING: Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa announces retirement from national team
Ahmed Musa, Nigeria’s most capped international footballer, has announced his retirement from the Super Eagles, ending a distinguished career that spanned almost 15 years at the highest level.
The former national team captain confirmed his decision in an emotional statement shared on X, formerly Twitter, thanking Nigerians for their unwavering support throughout his international journey.
Emotional farewell from Super Eagles legend
In the post, Musa reflected on his long service to the national team, describing his years in the green and white as a source of pride and fulfilment.
“I wore this badge with pride for 15 years. From a 17-year-old boy answering every call 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.”
Records and major achievements
Musa bows out as Nigeria’s most capped player, having made 111 appearances for the Super Eagles across different tournaments and qualifiers.
He was a key member of the squad that won the Africa Cup of Nations and remains Nigeria’s highest goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history.
His performances on the global stage earned him recognition as one of the country’s most reliable attackers in major competitions.
Journey from humble beginnings
Reflecting on his early days, Musa recalled how his national team career began after receiving simultaneous invitations to the U-20, U-23, and senior teams.
That rare opportunity marked the start of a steady rise that later defined his long-term presence in the Super Eagles setup.
His consistency and leadership qualities eventually earned him the captain’s armband, a role he carried with discipline and commitment.
