Nigeria: 'Frustrated' Mikel Explains Why He Won't Play Against Serbia

Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel has confirmed that he will not be available for selection in today's pre-World Cup friendly against Serbia at the Hive Stadium in London due to 'circumstances beyond his control'.

The official word from the Nigeria Football Federation is that Mikel is absent as he has been working hard at renewing his work permit in China, where he plays for Tianjin Teda.

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