Ghanaian football legend Michael Essien has expressed his pride in never losing a match against eternal rivals Nigeria throughout his illustrious career, Soccernet.ng reports .
The former Chelsea and Real Madrid midfielder, who featured in two matches against the Super Eagles, won both encounters, including a memorable performance at the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), where he scored a crucial goal.
In an interview with Joy Sports via Modern Ghana , Essien highlighted his rivalry with Nigeria and his personal satisfaction at maintaining an unbeaten record.
Essien's goal in that 2008 quarterfinal, which helped Ghana overcome Nigeria 2-1, remains one of his most cherished moments in international football.
The former Black Stars star earned 59 caps for Ghana, netting nine goals, and was instrumental in helping the team qualify for their first-ever FIFA World Cup in 2006.
