Toure hangs international boots
Amid the furore over Yaya Toure’s uncertain future at Manchester City, the Ivorien has announced his international retirement, bringing an end to a glittering career with the Elephants.
The 33-year-old made his debut for the senior national side 12 years ago, going on to score 19 goals in 102 appearances for the West Africans.
The Manchester City midfielder represented the Cote d’Ivoire at the 2006, 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cup, while also leading the Elephants to the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations title.
“There are decisions that are difficult to take. But, I have to pass the baton on to the younger generation,” he said in a statement.
“After 14 years at most levels with the Elephants, I have come to the end of my adventure with the Ivory Coast.”
More Stories
OTTI SIGNS DIG ONCE POLICY
REPORTER: PEACE AGBO Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has signed the operation "Dig once policy" in the state. The...
NIMET SETS UP ELECTRONIC WEATHER FORECAST CENTRE IN ANAMBRA
REPORTER: UCHE NDEKE The Federal Government has established an electronic weather forecast centre in Anambra State. The weather Centre, which...
FG TO SITE SPECIAL AGRO INDUSTRIAL PROCESSING ZONE IN EBONYI
REPORTER: AMECHI ODO The Federal Government, in partnership with some Development Financial Institutions, has embarked on a preparatory mission for...
NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR SECURITY STUDIES STORMS ABIA
REPORTER: PEACE AGBO A delegation of the Course 17, Syndicate 2 of the National Institute for Security Studies, Abuja is...
NEMA DONATES OVER 819 METRIC TONNES OF MAIZE/GARRI TO ANAMBRA.
REPORTER: IFEANYI CHINWUKO The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has assured the people of Anambra State of the continuous support...
GOV OTTI WARNS AIDES AGAINST CORRUPTION
REPORTER: PEACE AGBO Newly inaugurated political Aides in Abia State have been charged to bring in their wealth of experience...