John Mikel Obi
AFCON: My meeting with Mikel Obi successful – Gernot Rohr
Super Eagles’ Technical Adviser Gernot Rohr has said that he has visited Super Eagles Captain John Mikel Obi in England and described their deliberation concerning his return to the team as fruitful.
Mikel Obi, Semi Ajayi clash as Middlesbrough seek promotion play-off spot
John Mikel Obi will be looking to help Middlesbrough secure a promotion play-off spot when they take on their hosts Rotherham United in Skybet Championship match at the AESSEAL New York Stadium on Sunday.
AFCON: Gernot Rohr slams door on new players
Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr, has insisted he will not bring in new players for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Egypt.
Mikel Obi loses with Middlesbrough on birthday
John Mikel Obi has received the worst birthday gift after going down with Middlesbrough who suffered a 3-0 defeat to Nothingham Forest in the English Championship at the City Ground Nothingham on Monday.
Mikel Obi: Middlesbrough’s contract renewal not my priority
Nigeria midfielder John Mikel Obi says he’s only focused on helping Middlesbrough pick a playoff ticket and not thinking about his contract which is set to expire at the end of the season.
AFCON: Mikel Obi demands captaincy for Super Eagles’ return
John Mikel Obi wants to be assured of his position as the Super Eagles’ captain as condition for him to return to the senior national football squad.
Mikel Obi: It’s a great honour to captain Middlesbrough again
John Mikel Obi admitted is nice to lead Middlesbrough out for the second consecutive game following Saturday’s hard fought 1-0 home win against Hull City at the Riverside Stadium.
Mikel Obi struggles with pace in Middlesbrough win
John Mikel Obi again proved his relevance to Middlesbrough who snatched another vital win in their quest of reaching the playoffs with four matches left in the English Championship on Saturday.
Finidi George makes case for Mikel Obi as Super Eagles face prospects of tough...
Former Super Eagles winger Finidi George has called on Super Eagles Head Coach Gernot Rohr to have a one-on-one talk with Captain John Mikel Obi to enable them reach a mutual understanding before the three-time African champions head to Egypt for the Africa Cup of Nations.
Oghenekaro Etebo fires Stoke City past Blackburn
Oghenekaro Etebo scored a stunning lone winning goal as Stoke City recorded a 1-0 away win against Blackburn Rovers in their English Championship clash at the Ewood Park on Saturday.
Mikel Obi urges Middlesbrough turnaround, optimistic despite recent poor run
John Mikel Obi and his Middlesbrough teammates will be eager to put a stop to their five-game losing streak when they travel to the Liberty Stadium to take on Swansea City today,.
Mikel Obi: Middlesbrough’s 0-1 loss to Bristol City is shocking
Nigeria international John Mikel Obi has revealed that the Middlesbrough players are still in shock after their 1-0 home loss to Bristol City in the English Championship tie at the Riverside on Tuesday.
Mikel Obi turned down Nigeria to focus on Middlesbrough’s promotion push
Nigeria captain John Obi Mikel turned down a chance to return to the Super Eagles set up to instead focus on Middlesbrough’s bid for promotion from the EFL Championship.
Mikel Obi reveals fears over father’s kidnap
Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi, revealed that he had fears his kidnapped father would be shot as he played against Argentina in Nigeria’s final group game in the 2018 World Cup.
AFCONQ: Odion Ighalo lead Super Eagles attack against Seychelles
Odion Ighalo will lead the Super Eagles attack in today’s (Friday) dead rubber 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture against the Pirates of Seychelles at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba.
Jonathan White: Mikel Obi was wrong about China
A China-based journalist, Jonathan White, has dismissed the claims by John Obi Mikel that playing in the Chinese league for players below 30 would be a waste of time and talent.
Gernot Rohr on Mikel and Moses’ international futures
Nigeria manager Gernot Rohr has spoken of the international futures for John Obi Mikel and Victor Moses.
Gernot Rohr: Victor Moses nas not reversed retirement decision
Super Eagles Technical Adviser, Gernot Rohr, has confirmed that Victor Moses has not reversed his decision to quit the national team ahead of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.
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