Photo: Vincent Enyeama honoured with a special plaque on his 100th appearance.

Super Eagles skipper, Vincent Enyeama was honoured with a special plaque as he made his 100th international appearance today. 
The plaque was presented by Governor Godswill Akapabio of Akwa Ibom state at the Uyo International stadium. Sadly, Nigeria was beaten 1-0 by Uganda in the friendly match.
He thanked Nigerians for their overwhelming support through the years.
“Thank you to Nigerians, all who’s supported me all this years. Thank you for today.” He said.‎
And on the loss, the Lille goalie admitted that “It is a great disappointment for me but that is part of life.”

Enyeama becomes the second Nigerian player after Joseph Yobo to reach 100 caps for his country.
Photo Credit: Colin Udoh‎

100th Cap: NFF to honour Vincent Enyeama

The Nigeria Football Federation has announced plans to honour Super Eagles goalkeeper, Vincent Enyeama when he makes his 100th appearance for Nigeria during their friendly match against Bolivia on March 26. Enyeama would be celebrated at the Uyo Stadium in front of fans, friends and colleagues.
The Lille skipper would become the second Nigerian player to reach the milestone, the first being ex-captain Joseph Yobo during the match between Nigeria and Argentina at the FIFA World Cup in Brazil.
Nothing matches being recognized by your own country. I am very excited at the prospect of reaching 100 caps, and more so at the decision by the NFF to honour me on the day.” 

“The NFF media department has also been speaking with me and I have followed the publicity they have generated about it. It is a delight. I am also excited by the fact that it will happen in Uyo, my hometown. What a great honour!” Enyeama said.

Enyeama made his debut for the national team in May 2002, played at three World Cups, led the team to win the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations in South Africa and was recently named the 2014 Goal Nigeria Player of the Year. His memorable match was against Argentina in 2010.
“I can tell you that is one match I will always remember. I was highly inspired, and although we lost, I was selected the Man of the Match. We lost 0-1 but Lionel Messi did not score. That was some sort of joy for me.” he added.‎
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