John Obi Mikel
John Obi Mikel is a retired Nigerian professional footballer known for his time as a midfield player at Chelsea FC, where he was instrumental in the club's success from 2006 to 2017. During his tenure, Mikel helped Chelsea secure two Premier League titles, four FA Cups, and the prestigious UEFA Champions League trophy in the 2011-2012 season. Following his departure from Chelsea, he continued his career in various leagues, including stints in China and Turkey. Recently, Mikel has gained attention for his critical commentary on Chelsea's current performance, expressing his disappointment with the team's management and players during his podcast, 'The Obi One Podcast.' His outspoken views highlight his passion for the club and concern for its future.
Born on Apr 22, 1987 (38 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 24,437 | $2,700,000 | 972$ |
| Hong Kong | 1 | 7.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 7,500,700 | 7,191 | $370,000 | 355$ |
| Ghana | 1 | 8.00 | 0.14% | +0% | 31,072,945 | 42,276 | $67,000 | 91$ |
| Totals | 3 | 106,459,656 | 73,904 | $3,137,000 | 1,418$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Hong Kong:
John Obi Mikel, a former Chelsea midfielder, mentioned that Chelsea's midfield could counter PSG's strength.
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Ghana:
John Obi Mikel praised PSG's midfield for their masterclass performance.
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United Kingdom:
John Obi Mikel praised PSG's midfield for their control in the game.
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Israel:
John Obi Mikel praised Messi for his intelligence and skill on the field.
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United Kingdom:
John Obi Mikel praised Jobe Bellingham's ability to time his runs into the penalty area.
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United Kingdom:
John Obi Mikel criticized Nicolas Jackson for his mistake during the game.
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United Kingdom:
Mikel was mentioned alongside Mamadou Sakho for a previous match.
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Turkey:
Nigerian former footballer John Obi Mikel stated that his compatriot Victor Osimhen should not go to Saudi Arabia.
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Germany:
John Obi Mikel had to stop playing due to an injury during the final.
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Turkey:
John Obi Mikel, a former Chelsea player, called for Victor Osimhen to remain with the club.
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