Obafemi Martins has claimed that Stephen Keshi does not like him and that is why he is left out of the national team.
The Seattle Sounders striker enjoyed a tremendous season with the Major League Soccer team, scoring 17 times and getting nominated for the Most Valuable Player prize.
Despite his fine form, Martins was dropped from Nigeria’s squad to the 2014 World Cup and has played only twice under Keshi.
“I don’t think [Keshi] likes me, that’s all. I don’t have any issues with him,” Martins told media when asked about his relationship with the coach who is yet to have his contract renewed.
“I respect him as a coach but I think Keshi doesn’t like me.”
Martins has since retired from international football, after scoring 18 times in 39 appearances for his country.
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