Stephen Keshi has resigned as head coach of Nigeria following their World Cup elimination at the hands of France.
The Super Eagles could not progress past the last 16 of the tournament, losing 2-0 to les Bleus on Monday thanks to a Paul Pogba header and a Joseph Yobo own goal, both of which came late in the game.
Yobo, who picked up his 100th cap against France, announced his retirement to gathered media after the match, although his coach was reluctant to publically confirm he would step down.
However, Keshi is believed to have told Nigerian players following the Afcon champions' exit that he will leave the Super Eagles hotseat with their World Cup now over.
Keshi has stepped aside before only be to convinced to return, after the Confederations Cup last summer, but is set to move on.
"I have to go back to my family and face fresh challenges,” Keshi said.
Eagles Captain, Yobo Joseph also said he's had enough and can go no further as national team player. “I think I should give the younger ones the opportunity to forge ahead. I have nothing new to offer
n to pastures new.
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