Didier Drogba in world cup 2014

Despite being 32 years of age, Chelsea striker Didier Drogba says retiring from international football is far from his mind, and that he is hoping play for the Ivory Coast at the 2014 World Cup.

"I could not leave like that (against Mali in midweek). The day I decide to retire internationally, I will take care to say goodbye to the fans. I would never creep away on tiptoes,” he said.

"I'm not in the twilight of my career with the Ivory Coast. I intend to participate in the next two African Nations Cups in 2012 and 2013.

"I'll also play my third World Cup in 2014 in Brazil. If I am called upon, I will answer."