John Obo Mikel, IS a Chelsea legend. Largely unappreciated player. He did all the donkey work in the team's engine.

@hrdyromak3263

Жыл бұрын

Agree. Same can be said about Ramieres.

@okanime1

Жыл бұрын

@@hrdyromak3263 Ramires was a complete footballer. Love that guy!

@michael-josephyawayitey3225

Жыл бұрын

​@@okanime1 absolutely complete footballer

@wt2676

Жыл бұрын

Always with his infectious smile 😊

@archipiratta

Жыл бұрын

Not really. He was a Benchwarmer for the longest time! I think he would have had a better career had he come to Utd!

When Mikel came in he filled the boots of Essien/Makelele in that DM position its like they never left. Kante is the only one since Mikel to do that job properly. Give this man his flowers now 💙

@tuffmbassador522

Жыл бұрын

Ramirez was a favourite of mine in-between

@ianscarlett6884

Жыл бұрын

​@@tuffmbassador522matic was special also

@african-history-fountain

Жыл бұрын

lol...true.

@goodvibe6785

Жыл бұрын

Ramirez seemed more like an attacking midfielder to me than a DM. Matic was a DM but was marginally less fluid. Slower reflex in comparison too.

John is a true Chelsea Legend. He is educating people on what a team like should have . He is showing vibe and ego.

@Extreme2SwaggerHD

Жыл бұрын

No it just seems like he's accepting mediocrity and just backing lampard because he was his friend and he played with him😂

@igwenwabarcauli7831

Жыл бұрын

John Mikel Obi my son, he's a talented and intelligent player 😍

@Annihilation99

10 ай бұрын

We need to bring Mourinho back and either John Obi or JT as assistant coach to get the Chelsea dna back in to our team!

@Helena_01541

Ай бұрын

​@@Extreme2SwaggerHDplease fly away

He should be a regular on the show. There are very few like him with the positive nature and honest response.

@patbaker2199

Жыл бұрын

totally agree

@Extreme2SwaggerHD

Жыл бұрын

This is not an honest response 😭 he's not telling it as it is. He was just a background player for Chelsea he wasn't really that important as say drogba for instance

@timifalope155

Жыл бұрын

@@Extreme2SwaggerHD You were not even in the system as a player or manager, but concluded about someone been just a player because the media told you so. He literally said in one of his interviews before now that the engine of the team don't get the credit they deserve. Every man deserves his praise when the sunlight is on him.

@Helena_01541

Ай бұрын

​@@Extreme2SwaggerHDyou're spreading hate about him, why?

Sometimes we forget how passionate former players are about their club. Man Obi Mikel loves Chelsea!! ❤

Jon, don't worry, a lot of fans know what a contribution you made to Chelsea and what a legend you are.

@Extreme2SwaggerHD

Жыл бұрын

That shows that you accept mediocrity 😂. There were simply other players that were better than him such as drogba, crespo, ballack

@Helena_01541

Ай бұрын

​@@Extreme2SwaggerHDIn his position 😏

Have Mikel on this show more often to talk about Football- he has presence

I am not a Chelsea fan so I am not biased but I have to admit this guy is class in this interview. He doesn't avoid any question and he doesn't dress up the truth. Honest and to the point. Great interview

My love for Mikel is top notch. Very underrated by Chelsea as a player but he did his work in silence. To play regularly for that Chelsea generation over the years and make over 300 appearances is legendary. He did his work in silence. I really respect his achievements. A true Chelsea legend.

Make him a regular, great talker, infectious smile, honest responses. Love him. An absolute legend on the field of play as well.

Somebody, please get Todd and all the Chelsea players around a big round table and play this to them. Or better still, let them invite Mikel to the locker room few times for a bountiful lecture like this. Legend.

@m4kaveli3

Жыл бұрын

Nothing will change, those bunch we have now are spoilt little brats

@3dd3cheetosdoritos11

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely

@odunfaolumide3459

Жыл бұрын

You have spoken real well

Chelsea legend. This man gave everything to us. A true blue 💙

@owenbimha625

Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this discussion

If you don't understand football, you might not wholesomely appreciate what he did for the team, especially, the Chelsea defense line that's behind him. Considering that he was a good, natural attacking midfielder. Always disciplined and gave Lampard the freedom to attack without the team getting exploited. Was always good at intercepting or disrupting opponents attack and rythm, allowing Terry and the backline the luxury of simply coming behind him just to do a mop up job, rather than bearing the full brunt of attack. No matter how well he played, l never hear the English commentators give him credit. He was so terribly under-rated!

@diegobobadilla9267

Жыл бұрын

It´s a common mistake call a player underrated, but in this case is so true. Never liked him tbh, but when i started playing semi-pro at collegue team i understood better how good he was for Chelsea.

@goodvibe6785

Жыл бұрын

As regards Chelsea s half a billion plus spent with nothing to show for it, you get to appreciate what you used to have. I'm talking about the glory days when Mike Emenalo was in charge of that department.

John Obi Mikel is such a vibe! He was such a cornerstone for Chelsea. He would hardly lose the ball. His passing was superb...But his fear of shooting even when he was clear was hilarious. You would bet he would look for someone to pass the ball to even when he was clear...

I never imagined that I will watch this till finish. More I watch, more it got interesting.

It was a brilliant presentation, down to earth analogy and a message to the world of sports.♥️🇳🇬🇳🇬

Mikel didn't score many, but the couple he did, boy I went crazy for him. That goal against PSG comes to mind. CFC legend!

@ashimsen377

Жыл бұрын

I have seen every goal that John Obi Mikel scored. All two of them!!!

@vuyaninhlanzizibashise892

Жыл бұрын

@@ashimsen377 Probably because he was holding midfielder!!! Duh!!!

@ashimsen377

Жыл бұрын

@@vuyaninhlanzizibashise892 Do you seriously think that I don’t know that? It was meant as a tongue in cheek compliment. Duh yourself!! And further for your information I have been following Chelsea since 1962, probably before you were even born!!

How can you not enjoy listening to this Dude? Respect to you Legend. You will always be one of us. Blues till Eternity. 💙

John definitely knows how to tell a good story. Great career, great personality. Seen it all, won it all! A blue legend.

I'm happy to hear your voice John what a legend 💙💙💙

@babamiliki8790

Жыл бұрын

What a great personality! My legend ❤️

Mikel should start a show!

I love the way John marketed Victor Osimhen well in this interview.... Big ups Mikel!!!

Gotta love the guy! Top bloke, J.O Mikel!

Great as ever to hear from one of our less vocal all-time greats. A rock in midfield who dealt with those kidnappers so brilliantly. Deepest respect and affection for you.. It would be great to see you in the stadium if we make UCL final😂

You should call Mikel atleast once every 6 months, I'm loving his interviews😊

This reminds me of my days as a junior athlete. You can't open your mouth around the senior athlete. Nice one Mikel.

It's always lovely watching Mikel here. Please feature him more.

These interviewers know how to get every bit of juice out of this interview. Asking the most interesting questions

We love you mikel you always make it interesting and tell with a smile.. Big ups

100% underrated, as a club legend too. Had one of the best performances in the CL final too.

Had goosebumps when he talked about the remarks of players on Graham Potter's back . That new generation is miles behind the era of the Lampard's Terry Ballack...No BS , they don't like what the manager does, they confront him because they wanted to take responsibility shine and win

@user-yz1zt1nq1p

Жыл бұрын

Those players were established pros, the players in Chelsea right now are almost entirely u23

Great insight from Mikel. The interviewer is obviously biased towards Potter. Probably didn't watch the games week in week out. Potter was completely lost and clearly out of his depth. No one is questioning his ability as a coach, rather his ability to manage a dressing room full of big egos. Which was clearly lacking.

@amishbhagat4110

Жыл бұрын

I definitely question his ability as a coach and as a manager. He was found wanting. No one expected miracles with this team, but they expected a level of competitiveness far beyond what we saw. Obi is right. The lack of leaders has been a problem for ages.

Thank you Mikel. Your analysis about managing a team on action is very very important. Managers need to awake their players. Managers need to be vibrant and emotional during a game. That is a mentality of winning. Lampard doesn't have this quality which is highly needed. Hope he learns from his past mistakes. Think of Pep., Klopp, Mourinho, Conte, the guy in Juventus. These are classic coaches. They do not want to take nonsense but business for business. They only want to win for the club. Younger coaches should learn from them!

What a story....I like how John Obi shares his story...very honest and makes us understand how football really is like outside the eyes of the media

He brought calm and stability to our beloved C H E L S E A

John, us Chelsea fans no exactly what you did in a blue shirt! Respect to you!

Such a great real life insight. Bravo Mikel! 🇳🇬 to the world!

Amazing again, thanks for this.

Great to hear and see JMO...a legend and great player. We shld see more of u

TOO SHORT, TOO SHORT. LOVE JOM. GREAT SHOW AGAIN, GUYS.

Worth every second. Great Interview by the Champ

Damn. This just autoplayed and it drew me in to watch the whole bit. John's a great bloke. Fantastic interview

Hi guys. I think we need to hear from Mikel again very soon

Awesome Interview...massive massive big ups to Mikel

Make obi permanent.....very interesting dude....

Obi you're great and a true blue.

Fantastic, enjoyable interview by John. Much credit also to the interviewers; I feel like they got more out of John than he would have normally disclosed and that’s great for me as a listener! Didn’t realize how much time went by.

It's good to see Mikel again.....in any form or capacity, good player!

I enjoyed every bit of this conversation.

Great interview and very informative

Obi well done brother

Love hearing John. Needs to do more interviews

very well said. Potter was glued to the chair.

I follow Obi on Insta but never heard him speak at length. He has a calming presence

What a legend, and a great chat. Also the irony that the current Chelsea team is severely missing Mikel's profile of a player. Someone that can hold alone in the mid. We could still do with him, doesn't look like he's aged a bit. 😁

Make him a regular on this show please Mikel knows his football the man speaks facts.

This man was a top top player.

What a lovely interview here 😊

Mikel I love what you said about a coach being multivariated,and you made mentioned of the like of pep Gaudiola mikel Arteta, then you also mentioned of Frank not having this mentality when it come to touchline, you are really right I really always not seeing that from our pass coaches,so I expect to see that characters from Frank now,that energy,that multivation ,I need much tactics demonstrations from him thanks

Awesome stuff man

i remember the time when Mourinho did a sub and its john obi the score is at 1 nil. then you know the game is done. never seen anyone so comfortable on the ball when under pressure

Great interview, watched from start to end....

Named my son mikel after this chelsea legend

These hosts really ask great questions. Kudos

I look forward to seeing part 3 and beyond..

Proper legend

That was so good 👍

very interesting! sending best vibes from Costa Rica

Mikel is Chelsea legend 💙

John Mikel obi is the best and and he's telling the truth an, so I am pleading that the management of Chelsea club should look for a better coach 🙄

Mikel, we really love you💙, (fans from Shillong, India)👍

Exceptional interview Mickey

We need this weekly.

thank you for how u carry urself MIKEL.. you're an inspo to all young Gen z NIGERIANS

This Lad is Super Vibes. You gotta bring him back guys 💪💪.

Nice one Dubai eye and John Mikel 🤗

This is super interesting ❤❤❤

Mikel is to real man is so down to earth speaks nicely

I just watched the entire 40.41 minutes! Excellent interview.

Am impressed with you bro

Our Legend 💙💙

He is one of us Legend

Interesting and fun filled

The midfield maestro. Cheers Obi

LEGENDARY

What a legend

Yes it's sad but true this, current Chelsea doesn't have the backbone of players like it used to, the likes of John Terry, Frank Lampard, Didier Drogba, Petr Cech

I enjoyed this show💙

John Obi Mikel needs his own podcast

Respect Mikel from Kenya

Mikel was a solid, dependable midfielder for Chelsea. Legend.

As prop r Chelsea you were a legend both for club and country

Legend 💙

My fellow compatriot 🇳🇬 love him!

From a Arsenal fan. John obi needs a part 3 and 4 after this. 40 min feels like 4 min🤣🤣

@mencemensah9925

Жыл бұрын

Likewise lol.

J obi is so humble in speed n smiles happily

Amazing player

Thank you Mikel for making Nigeria and Africa proud.

Love this show

His a lovely and calm dude. Am a Nigerian and Manchester United Fan, keep bringing him on. @Dubaieye