Eberechi Eze: I have no regret choosing England over Nigeria

Crystal Palace midfielder, Eberechi Eze says he has no regret choosing to represent England over Nigeria at international level.

Born in England 24 years ago to Nigerian parents, Eze was handed his first senior call by Three Lions’ gaffer, Gareth Southgate for England’s Euro 2024 qualifying games against Malta and North Macedonia.

Eze, prior to his invitation, was eligible to represent the Super Eagles albeit he featured for England at underage competitions.

‘I don’t know when I decided,’ said Eze of his decision to play for England at a news conference on Tuesday.

‘I received a call and felt as though it was the right decision to make. I’m very, very happy to be here.

‘Speaking to people around me, my family and my wife – getting good advice from the people around me – to think about what the best decision is for myself and for my career. We think this [playing for England] is the best one.

‘It’s a big opportunity for me – it’s the highest level of football. I look at it with no regret at all.’

Eze could make his debut on Friday as England head to Malta for their Euro 2024 qualifying clash.

He scored 10 goals and picked up four assists in 38 Premier League outings for the Eagles last season, producing attacking contributions on a regular basis after Roy Hodgson replaced Patrick Viera for the final 10 games of the season.