How social media reacted to Agyeman Badu retirement from international duty
A section of Ghanaians including former players and teammates of Ghanaian international, Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu, have paid glowing tributes to the Hellas Verona star after he announced his retirement from international duties.
Agyeman-Badu became a national hero after his penalty kick won Ghana the 2009 U-20 World Cup in Egypt.
The 30-year-old closes the door on his international career, 12 years after making his debut.
He represented Ghana in the 2014 world cup after missing the 2010 world cup narrowly because of injury.
Known for his bullet shots and rugged play in the midfield, Agyeman-Badu earned 78 caps in the Ghana jersey before hanging his international boots.
In a career plagued with injuries, he scored about 10 goals and represented the national team at multiple Africa Cup of NationsΒ (Afcon) tournaments
Below are some reactions on twitter.
One of the most dedicated and committed players Ghana has had @Badu_Agyemang ππΏthank you for serving the nation π¬π wholeheartedly Agyngo…Godβs time is always the best ππΏππΏππΏ https://t.co/mRdiqHBWBO
— Anthony Baffoe (@AnthonyBaffoe) December 31, 2020
Thank you for the great moments we shared in the National team Jersey. All the best in everything you do bro πππ
— ASAMOAH GYAN (@ASAMOAH_GYAN3) December 31, 2020
Thanks for all the memories ending drives, Emmanuel Agyemang Badu.
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— Saddick Adams (@SaddickAdams) December 31, 2020
Grateful to have shared the field with this warrior through the years in the national team. Nothing but love for you my brother @Badu_Agyemang β€οΈππ½π¬π pic.twitter.com/VnL9My3OdC
— Jonathan Mensah (@Jomens25) December 31, 2020
Our former player has retired from the national team.A dues well paid the Porcupine family is proud of you π. @Badu_Agyemang @ghanafaofficial @AnimSammy @AsanteKotoko_SC pic.twitter.com/2vw27YXMRL
— Ike owusu Ansahπ¬π (@IkeOwusuAnsah_) December 31, 2020
You gave us great memories ππ½β€οΈforever in our thoughts and hearts β₯οΈ Best wishes ahead @Badu_Agyemang https://t.co/IZS1vwQleP
— Ayishatu Zakaria Ali (@ayishatu_) December 31, 2020
Thanks you for your support as a citizen..May God bless you ππππ
— Gabore Alex (@AlexGabore) December 31, 2020
Thank you for everything.
Still remember jumping on my friends shoulders after your penalty in Egypt.
Thanks for the memories— Nii-Amarh (@nii_amarh_) December 31, 2020
That last spot kick against brazil will forever remain in our heart. You are a gallant hero, a blackstar.
— Amin (@mon_amin) December 31, 2020
Thank you for your service to the national team it was an honour watching you play for our great nation enjoy your retirement ππΎππΎππΎππΎππΎππΎππΎππΎπππ¬ππ¬π
— Gerald Mensah (@Gsav_312) January 1, 2021