Former Chelsea star John Mikel Obi has praised ex-captain John Terry’s performance during their charity match at the National Stadium in Riffa.
The former Super Eagles midfielder was among the football players who attended the novelty event, which had two teams: one captained by Roberto Carlos and the other by John Terry.
Mikel assisted former Manchester United forward Michael Owen during the match, with Owen tapping in with ease.
After a 6-6 draw, Team Terry won 4-1 in the penalty shootout, with former Ivorian sensation Yaya Touré scoring the game-winning penalty.
 "‘You still look solid’ - Mikel Obi hails ex-Chelsea captain Terry after his comment, ‘could still be playing’ 1")
Super Eagles legend Mikel Obi says he passed on the chance to be the first Nigerian to player for Manchester United.
 "‘You still look solid’ - Mikel Obi hails ex-Chelsea captain Terry after his comment, ‘could still be playing’ 2")
Nigerian legend Mikel Obi reflects on how Jose Mourinho shaped his career at Premier League side Chelsea.
Mikel commented on Terry
John Terry praised the Nigerian player on social media following the game, saying that even if he is retired from professional football, he still plays at a high level.
Former Chelsea star Mikel Obi || imago
The former Chelsea defender said via Pooja on X, “Great to see you, Mikel John Obi, could still be playing.”
In response, Mikel Obi commented: “The feeling of playing with you again, my captain John Terry. You still look solid at the back, old boy.”
John Terry
Terry and Mikel played alongside during their Chelsea days, winning the Premier League and the Champions League.
Both players ended up becoming legends at Stamford Bridge following their feat with the Blues.
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