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Welcome to The Obi One Podcast. Join Chelsea and Nigeria legend, John Obi Mikel, as he chats candidly to the game’s biggest names. From former team-mates, to his greatest rivals, to some of today’s current heroes.

Alongside Chris McHardy, renowned sports broadcaster, the pair bring you the dressing room secrets, the untold stories, the in-jokes and the disagreements.

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It’s the morning after the night before and Arsenal’s first Premier League title in 22 years. John Obi Mikel gives his verdict, and there’s begrudging respect there.

With Pep Guardiola set to depart Manchester City after a decade as manager, Mikel ... more

Chelsea is a club on its knees. Six successive league defeats, four on the bounce at Stamford Bridge and the worst run of results since 1993. Little wonder then, Blues legend John Obi Mikel is crestfallen.

Resigned to Chelsea’s fate this season, Mik... more

There’s no shortage of talking points for John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy to wade through after a tumultuous week that saw Chelsea sack boss Liam Rosenior AND reach the FA Cup Final.

As always, Mikel doesn’t hold back as he applauds Chelsea’s win... more

John Obi Mikel and Chris McHardy discuss the weekend’s top stories as Manchester City wrestle control of the title race from Arsenal. It’s now just one win in six for the Gunners as they are edged out at the Etihad Stadium, and Obi Mikel isn’t happy ... more

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Obafemi Martins
Nigerian footballer
Obagoal (nickname)
Episode: ‘Chelsea’s DNA gone’: Palmer ‘lost’, players want out & zero direction | What now? 🫣
John Obi Mikel
Footballer and guest on the podcast
Former Chelsea, Nigerian national team
Episode: Arteta’s worries & Rosenior’s woes: Obi Mikel reacts as Arsenal cede title control & Chelsea lose again
MacDonald Mariga
Former Inter Milan and Kenya international; Deputy President of the Kenyan Football Federation
Kenya Football Federation
Episode: Mariga & Wanyama Exclusive: Pochettino’s Special Talent, Fatherly José & Eto’o Africa’s GOAT
Victor Wanyama
Former Celtic, Southampton, Tottenham, Kenya international
Kenya National Team (and clubs mentioned)
Episode: Mariga & Wanyama Exclusive: Pochettino’s Special Talent, Fatherly José & Eto’o Africa’s GOAT
Luís Figo
A legendary professional football player, known for playing with top clubs including Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Real Madrid and Barcelona
Episode: Luís Figo reveals all: ‘No - Ronaldo played with ME!’, the mental toll of that Barca-Real transfer & the greatest Galactico
Wilfried Bony
Professional footballer who played for clubs like Swansea and Manchester City, and a key member of the Ivory Coast national team.
Cote d'Ivoire National Team
Episode: Wilfried Bony: Secret Wenger Meeting | Rejecting Arsenal | Yaya v Drogba | Magic Of Winning AFCON
Eni Aluko
Former professional footballer and current broadcaster
Chelsea Women, England
Episode: Eni Aluko speaks her truth: Barton, Racism & FIFA’s eligibility rules
Yaya Touré
Former Ivorian professional footballer and current coach
Episode: Yaya Touré EXCLUSIVE: ‘Ending Cristiano’s dream, my Arsenal love & how I ALMOST joined Drogba at Chelsea
Sol Campbell
Former professional footballer, known for playing as a defender and being a significant figure in English football
Episode: Sol Campbell exclusive: The REAL story behind Spurs exit, Knighthood plea & Arteta’s Arsenal

Hosts

John Obi Mikel
Footballer and host with Chelsea and Nigerian national team pedigree; drives discussions on leadership and culture.
Chris McHardy
Renowned sports broadcaster and co-host, known for sharp analysis and candid questioning.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Decent but not out Outstanding

    Bit repetitive and lots of the same words used constantly. “Absolutely” being one of them. Once you hear it you can’t not hear it. It’s still entertaining of sorts but a little of the same stories on repeat.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    La La La Zola
    United Kingdom20 days ago
  • Love this pod

    Five star five star bet winna

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KINGNATHANIV
    United States7 months ago
  • Legend

    Thanks for being a Chelsea FC legend! 💙

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WillyTurt
    United Statesa year ago
  • Let Chris talk too

    Obi needs to learn when to stop and allow Chris talk too…but I give this Podcast a 5

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pahegs
    Canada2 years ago
  • Wonderful Podcast

    Really enjoy the insights and balance between past and present. Would highly recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChelseaChampionsOfEurope
    Australia2 years ago

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Listeners praise the hosts' honesty, deep Chelsea lore, and entertaining banter.
A few hearers wish for more balanced guest moments and less crossover banter at times.
Some episodes are described as highly insightful with deep-dive football analysis, others note the heated discussions and strong opinions.
Guests and topics draw strong engagement from Chelsea fans and broader football audiences.

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Apple Podcasts
#222
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#149
Australia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#240
France/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#37
United Arab Emirates/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#50
Japan/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#71
Ukraine/Sports/Soccer

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Luís Figo reveals all: ‘No - Ronaldo played with ME!’, the mental toll of that Barca-Real transfer & the greatest Galactico
Q: Does losing the 2004 Euros still hurt today?
I believe in destiny and while it was disappointing, I focus on the positive experience it brought.
Luís Figo reveals all: ‘No - Ronaldo played with ME!’, the mental toll of that Barca-Real transfer & the greatest Galactico
Q: Were you at any point scared of your safety after the transfer?
My family suffered a lot of threats, but you have to live with that.
Luís Figo reveals all: ‘No - Ronaldo played with ME!’, the mental toll of that Barca-Real transfer & the greatest Galactico
Q: Could you have ever envisioned the craziness of your transfer to Real Madrid?
I was not sure what came in, but I took that decision and I didn't prepare for nothing.
Luís Figo reveals all: ‘No - Ronaldo played with ME!’, the mental toll of that Barca-Real transfer & the greatest Galactico
Q: Do you miss the game? You miss playing?
I don't miss the game because I was really mentally and physically tired after a long career.
Diego Costa Exclusive: ‘Nobody Liked Conte At Chelsea’ | Mourinho V Simeone | Why Bad Boy Image Was Unfair
Q: Why did you decide to play for Spain?
Diego Costa chose to play for Spain because he was performing well in Spain and Brazil had not called him up frequently. He wanted the opportunity to be part of a competitive national team.

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What is The Obi One Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two Chelsea-centered hosts deliver high-energy, opinionated football discussion focused on club identity, leadership, and culture, with a recurring emphasis on management decisions, recruitment, and the balance between past glories and current performance. Episodes heavily feature banter, tactical takes, and candid critiques of owners, managers, and players, often contrasting Chelsea's trophy-winning pedigree with contemporary leadership challenges. Notable since the show leans into personal anecdotes from football icons and cross-continental perspectives, it often weaves in guest insights, fan perspectives, and broader football governance topics, making it valuable for listeners wanting unvarnished takes and insider storytelling from a Che... more

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2. John Obi Mikel
3. MacDonald Mariga
4. Victor Wanyama
5. Luís Figo
6. Wilfried Bony
7. Eni Aluko
8. Yaya Touré

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