Seattle Sounders&rsquo; rave of the moment Obafemi Martins has targeted a recall to the National Team, ahead of back - to - back vital African Nations Cup qualifiers against Sudan. <br /><br />The former Inter Milan and Newcastle striker has notched up 13 goals and 9 assists in the MLS this season.<br /><br />If statistics are your cup of tea, that goal tally is Martins&rsquo;s best since he departed the shores of this country about 14 years ago in search of the proverbial golden fleece.<br /><br />Speaking to Oluwashina Okeleji of the <i>BBC</i>, Obafemi Martins said : &ldquo;It&rsquo;s the coach&rsquo;s decision to invite players but if I can get a recall to the national team, I&rsquo;ll be honoured. &rdquo;<br /><br />&ldquo;I just need to continue my form here in the United States, give my all to this club and let other things happen naturally.<br /><br />&ldquo;I love my country and I always want Nigeria to do well with me in the squad or not.<br /><br />&ldquo;If I get another chance, great, and if not, I can only wish my country all the best. &rdquo;<br /><br />Over the last three years, Obafemi Martins has managed only two appearances for the Super Eagles, including the World Cup qualifying fixture against Kenya in March 2013, where he was a shadow of himself.<br /><br />Having said that, the 29 - year - old has scored an impressive 18 goals in 39 appearances for the African champions.<br />