Head of Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi has revealed the
secret of the recent scintillating performances of Chelsea midfielder, John Obi
Mikel, for the national team.
Head coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria Stephen Keshi has
shone some light on the secret of Mikel Obi's Scintillating performance for the
national team.
Mikel who has had his loyalty to the national team
questioned has changed that around when he turned out a 5 star performance at
the last African Cup Of Nations and he has been in an upward spiral since then.
The turn-around came as a result of frank talk between the midfielder
and the coach. Keshi told Mikel to buckle up and show Nigerians that he really
is a patriot, and not the I-don’t-care character the press portrays, a source
in the NFF said.
Keshi had called him and asked why he is not giving his all
to the team. It was a discussion, as Mikel reiterated his patriotism and
commitment.
The coach then discussed tactics with Mikel, who is quite
intelligent. It was about how the team could get the best out of his game. And
the result has been there for all to see.
Mikel has been outstanding for the Eagles, and the good form
continued to the Confederations Cup in Brazil, where the Chelsea man stood his
ground, especially in the games against Uruguay
Mikel, who was named 2nd best player at the FIFA U20 World
Cup behind Lionel Messi, had seen his stock drop since those days. Mikel
celebrates his goal with teammates .
Below Video of Mikel's great perfomance against the reigning
World Champions Spain.
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