John Noble ready to make Super Eagles return

Rivers United goalkeeper John Noble has confirmed his readiness to return to the Nigeria national team squad ahead of subsequent matches.

Noble represented Nigeria during the 2021Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benin Republic and Lesotho under coach Gernot Rohr.

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John Noble Returns To Nigeria; Join Rivers United… Targets Super Eagles Return

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He was also part of the Super Eagles squad during the 2021 AFCON held in Cameroon under interim coach Augustine Eguavoen.

‘I haven’t given up to represent Nigeria’

“Many keep asking if I have retired from international football, but I haven’t. I am still part of the team, and I haven’t given up on the chance to represent Nigeria again,” Noble told Flashscore.

“I truly miss wearing the green and white and being part of the camp and tournaments. Those moments are special, and I treasure them deeply.”

Noble added: “I remain hopeful that I will get another call-up to the Super Eagles soon, but right now, my focus is on staying fit and playing regularly with my club Rivers United.

“Every game is a chance to prove myself and earn the attention of the national team selectors. Representing Nigeria is always a huge honour, and it fills me with pride.

“I will keep working hard, because wearing the Super Eagles jersey is a dream I will never let go of.”

‘I really love being part of it’

On why he returned to play in Nigeria top league, Noble said: “Rivers United has always been a team close to my heart, and I really love being part of it. I came back home because of that connection.

“I’m not worried about playing time, because the team always comes first. It’s not just about me as an individual. Whoever gets the chance to play, we all support that person fully to make sure we achieve the result together.”

He will be in action when Rivers United take on Bayelsa United F.C in a top-flight fixture.