**Stéphane Mbia Pays Tribute to Vincent Enyeama Following Nigeria Goalkeeper’s International Retirement**
Vincent Enyeama’s sudden retirement from international football last week has sent shockwaves across African football, following reported tensions with Nigeria coach Sunday Oliseh. Stéphane Mbia, captain of Cameroon’s Indomitable Lions, has paid tribute to the veteran goalkeeper’s impact on the continent.
“Enyeama is one of the best goalkeepers in Africa. He is a very important player for Nigeria,” Mbia said. “If he decided to retire, he must surely have his reasons, but for me, he will remain one of the best in the history of African football.”
Enyeama’s departure followed a dispute with Oliseh after the goalkeeper arrived late for a Super Eagles training camp. The situation escalated when Oliseh stripped Enyeama of the captain’s armband, handing it instead to forward Ahmed Musa. Feeling aggrieved, the Lille shot-stopper decided to step away from international duty.
Nigeria went on to defeat Cameroon 3-0 in a friendly match on Sunday, a game that notably unfolded without Enyeama. Meanwhile, Mbia was sent off during the fixture, adding further drama to an intense encounter between the West African rivals.
Enyeama’s retirement marks the end of an era for Nigeria, where he has been a key figure for over a decade, while Mbia’s respectful words underline the respect he commands across the continent.
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