The Obi One Podcast

Back to back Premier League wins for Chelsea have John Obi Mikel smiling again. That is, until Chris McHardy informs him of the Blues’ fixture list in the run in. gulp John also gives his verdict on Arsenal’s title ambitions after two more dropped points at Manchester United, and breaks why he think the title will be heading to West London before it ever goes North.https://www.instagram.com/obionepodcast?igsh=MWNzbHVocHdzeWZwdA==https://x.com/obionepodcast?s=21https://www.facebook.com/share/1AJ7ZPB4Cp/?mibextid=wwXIfr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 3 of the Obi One Podcast made possible by Betwinner is here, and we’re kicking it off in the company of former Liverpool and Netherlands forward Ryan Babel.The Dutchman talks to John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy about how lonely he felt at Liverpool, his struggles with Rafael Benitez and why Steven Gerrard is the best he ever played with.Babel also shares his experiences as a young teammate of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, explains the ONE mistake Arne Slot has avoided in order to be a success at Liverpool and reveals why he fears the worst for Joshua Zirkzee at Manchester United.==Thanks to our proud sponsors Betwinner | Betwinner.comhttps://www.instagram.com/obionepodcast?igsh=MWNzbHVocHdzeWZwdA==https://x.com/obionepodcast?s=21https://www.facebook.com/share/1AJ7ZPB4Cp/?mibextid=wwXIfr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Obi Mikel is angry. Irate in fact. Watch as he hits back at Jamie Carragher’s assertion that the African Cup of Nations is not a “major tournament”with a passionate defence of the competition and it’s standing in the game. The Chelsea great, who captained Nigeria to success in the tournament back in 2013, does not hold back!John also has his say on the racism storm engulfing Jose Mourinho in Turkey, and has a message for journalists chasing him for comment.An explosive Taking the Mikel. One not to be missed.https://www.instagram.com/obionepodcast?igsh=MWNzbHVocHdzeWZwdA==https://x.com/obionepodcast?s=21https://www.facebook.com/share/1AJ7ZPB4Cp/?mibextid=wwXIfr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

‘I’m just a fan who wants the best for my club.’ John Obi Mikel makes an impassioned defence of his recent criticism of this current Chelsea side.Back-to-back defeats to Brighton coupled with Nicolas Jackson’s injury has him asking serious questions of the club’s recruitment policy and he hits out at the notion that the Blues are ahead of schedule in their bid to return to the Champions League.As always, it’s forthright stuff from the former Chelsea No12.https://www.instagram.com/obionepodcast?igsh=MWNzbHVocHdzeWZwdA==https://x.com/obionepodcast?s=21https://www.facebook.com/share/1AJ7ZPB4Cp/?mibextid=wwXIfr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy review Chelsea’s 2-1 win over West Ham - a game that through up more questions than answers. Where is the Jadon Sancho of earlier this season, and are the Blues now too reliant on Cole Palmer? Mikel also discusses his reunion with John Terry and gives his verdict on the transfer deadline day deals at the Bridge, including Joao Felix’s departure for AC Milan that has Mikel scratching his head. And what of Marcus Rashford’s much talked about move to Aston Villa. Will he rediscover his scoring boots under Unai Emery?https://www.instagram.com/obionepodcast?igsh=MWNzbHVocHdzeWZwdA==https://x.com/obionepodcast?s=21https://www.facebook.com/share/1AJ7ZPB4Cp/?mibextid=wwXIfr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

History made for the Obi One Podcast as we bring you our first ever Taking the Mikel Live event in Dubai, brought to you by BetWinner.John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy are joined by over 200 fans from Chelsea’s official Supporters Club in the UAE for an intimate evening of revelations, insights and laughter.Recorded prior to Chelsea’s 3-1 defeat at Manchester City, John reveals the truth behind his Manchester United snub, makes a candid admission about his relationship with José Mourinho and gets emotional as opens up on the 2010 kidnapping of his father. John also gives his verdict on Robert Sanchez’s recent woes and doubles down on his Nicholas Jackson stance.PLUS Chelsea fans get their chance to quiz the Blues legend.https://www.facebook.com/share/1AJ7ZPB4Cp/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://x.com/obionepodcast?s=21https://www.instagram.com/obionepodcast?igsh=MWNzbHVocHdzeWZwdA== Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy pick the bones out of Chelsea’s first match of 2025 as their winless run in the league stretches to four matches after a 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace. ‘Hard work’ is John’s buzzword as Nicolas Jackson’s lean spell continues, plus Enzo Maresca’s apparent aversion to substitutions also comes under the microscope as does an injury that threatens to derail the Blues’ season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy kickstart 2025 by looking back over a festive period that wasn’t kind to Chelsea - or Manchester United. John also has his say on Noni Madueke’s recent troubles, his January transfer wish list and weights in on the nightmare that has befallen Ruben Amorim’s start to life at Manchester United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy welcome Arsenal and England great Sol Campbell onto the Obi One Podcast, and the former defender doesn’t disappoint. Campbell, an Invincible with the Gunners in 2003-04, opens up on a range of subjects, from turning his back on management to why he doesn’t believe he gets the credit he deserves. The 73-capped star also unpacks the story of his controversial move from Tottenham to rivals Arsenal and details the underhand tactics that led to his contentious switch across North London. Sol Campbell: unfiltered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy are in London for this week’s Taking the Mikel episode. John meets Chelsea co-owner Behdad Eghbali and enjoys his hospitality as the Blues claim a 2-1 home win over Brentford. So what’s he really like? John reveals all plus the guys discuss Mykhailo Mudryk’s shock failed drugs test and it’s possible ramifications for the player and the club. And there’s plenty of festive cheer as John reminisces about Christmas at the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices