Yakubu happy to be back for Nigeria

Stephen Keshi has recalled him for the match against the Wasps and the striker is hoping to return to the good books of Nigerians who criticised him for his commitment to the national squad. “It’s normal when you play for the national team as a football player. You get chances and miss some. You get criticism both from your team-mates at your club and at the national team. It’s normal,” Aiyegbeni was quoted by SuperSport. With 21 goals in 57 matches, the Yak is poised to continue scoring for the Eagles. “I don’t feel bad any more. It gives me the determination to do more and hopefully, I can perform better in the future. “I am happy to be back. I didn’t get the chance to play for the team since the last World Cup and I am pleased to be back in the national team,” he said.