Mikel Obi Takes it To the Streets
Mikel Obi is a Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder. He began his career with local club Plateau United, before joining Norwegian club Lyn at the age of 17 in 2004. In 2006, he made a controversial transfer to English club Chelsea after Manchester United claimed they had already signed him. He stayed with Chelsea for 11 years, before moving to China with Tianjin TEDA in 2017. After two years in China, he returned to England on a short-term deal with Middlesbrough, before joining Trabzonspor on a free transfer in July 2019. Mikel moved back to England in August 2020 joining Stoke City. In a 14-year international career between 2005 and 2019, he played 91 times for Nigeria, scoring six goals
Mikel Obi Plays Street Football
35 year old Mikel hails some grassroot players after playing with them on the street. Also as he was going round to promote his new pet project ”Back to Base”.
Mikel Obi who was once the captain of the Super Eagles of Nigeria. However is back to the country so as to promote his project which involves discoveing raw talents, developing and mentoring them that might end up being the newest stars in town.
Mikel Obi was however spotted in a part of Lagos EbutteMeta where he engaged some youths in the area in showcasing his talent to the admiration of many who where at the pitch.
Mikel’s Accolades
Mikel Obi Played a pivotal role as Nigeria won the 2013 AFCON in South Africa. Then leading Nigeria to the FIFA Confederations Cup in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
John Obi Mikel will later become a Chelsea legend as he won the UEFA Champions League. Also, Europa League, Premier League, FA Cup and the Carling cup. To cement his name among the very best that has represented the blues.
Giving back to the community is the best way to show appreciation to the people that showed you love in your playing days.
