John Mikel Obi
John Mikel Obi is a retired Nigerian professional footballer who is best known for his time at Chelsea FC, where he played as a midfielder from 2006 to 2017. During his tenure at Chelsea, Mikel won numerous titles including two Premier League titles, an FA Cup, and the UEFA Champions League in 2012. He also represented Nigeria internationally, earning over 80 caps and participating in multiple Africa Cup of Nations tournaments and the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Mikel is recognized for his exceptional ball control, ability to break up opposition play, and his leadership qualities both on and off the pitch. In recent news, he defended his former manager José Mourinho against allegations of racism, calling the claims baseless and emphasizing Mourinho's positive treatment of players regardless of their background.
Born on Apr 22, 1987 (37 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 206,139,589 | 87,273 | $448,000 | 190$ |
| Totals | 1 | 206,139,589 | 87,273 | $448,000 | 190$ |
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Nigeria:
Mikel Obi has strongly defended José Mourinho against allegations of racism, describing the claims as 'a joke' and 'baseless.'
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