Nigeria vs Zimbabwe: Chukwueze names two Super Eagles players that motivate him

Samuel Chukwueze, Villareal winger, has admitted he draws motivation from Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel and Ahmed Musa, when they play for the country.

Chukwueze earned his invitation to the national team for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations, after producing a string of impressive performances in LaLiga during the 2018/2019 season.

During his debut season, the 20-year-old contributed five goals and two assists in 26 appearances for the Yellow Submarine.

Chukwueze is currently in camp with the Super Eagles alongside Mikel Obi and Musa, preparing for the 2019 AFCON.

“When I was young, I used to watch Mikel Obi and Ahmed Musa; 2010 and 2014 World Cup. They always motivate me.

“Now it is a dream come true, they always motivate me to keep working hard so I can reach my potential,” Chukwueze told the media.

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