‘I’m very satisfied with my career, it takes only the grace of God to achieve what I have’ – Joseph Yobo

Nigeria former captain Joseph Yobo who was joined by the likes of David Moyes,
Samuel Eto’o, Sulley Muntari, Stephen Appiah, Lomana Lualua, Laryea
Kingston, Nwankwo Kanu, Austin Okocha, Mutiu Adepoju, Austin Eguavoen
and Ben Iroha to celebrate his testimonial match in Port Harcourt on Friday, says he is satisfied with what he achieved during his career and holds no regrets.

“It
feels great. It is a big blessing to be in this position and I’m
thankful to God,” Yobo, captain of the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations
winning Nigeria team, told media representatives after the match
according to GOAL.

“It is very emotional but I’m very happy.  My family are here to see me one more time and that makes me feel good.

“Injury
had denied me from announcing my final retirement and this is the first
time that I’m returning to the play after a year. I’m grateful to David
Moyes, Samuel Eto’o and everyone that came to support – they made my
day.”

“I’m very satisfied with my career,” he
said when asked if he had any regrets in his career. “It takes only the
grace of God to achieve what Joseph Yobo has done; three Africa Nations
Cup and three World Cup appearances says it all.

“I don’t know how I made 101 caps for Nigeria, I’m thankful to God.