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| John Mikel Obi |
Former Super Eagle Captain, John Mikel Obi has announced his retirement from Professionnal football at the age of 35 years
Obi made the announcement of his retirement on Tuesday via his Instagram page.
He wrote, “There is a saying that 'All good things must come to an end,' and for my professional football career, that day is today.
“I look back at the past 20 years of my career, and I must say that I am very satisfied with all that I was able to achieve and more importantly the humanity it has helped shape.”
Mikel Obi's football career all began from Police Field in Jos to Chelsea, London.
John Mikel Obi Football Records
20 Career successful years, Comes to an end with remarkable records. He won the following titles:
Premier League - Two
FA Cup - Three.
Champions League - One
Europa League - One
League Cup - One
AFCON - One
Olympics - Bronze Medal
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| Mikel Obi Jubilating |
Mainwhile, his Fans all over the world have continue to send him greetings as he retires from Professional Football.
Striker, Odion Ighalo wishing Obi wished well said, “Congrats skippo and good luck.”
“Congratulations champ! Greater heights in your next chapter ❤️.” Nollywood actor, Muyiwa Ademola also prayed for him.
Ex-Ivory Coast attacker Salomon Kalou, seemed surprised and thanked Obi for the moments they shared saying, “OGaaaaaaaaaaaa. I dey miss u Baba Thank u for that wonderful journey 💙💙 . Ps I fancy well well that 1st foto obina(sic)."
“Congratulations on your amazing career mate. A pleasure playing next to you and sharing that beautiful 120 minutes in Munich with you 😬😀💙. Good luck for all that’s coming," Everton Manager, Frank Lampard commented.