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Mikel John Obi Part 2: How Do You Stop Messi? Champions League Glory & His Father’s Double Kidnapping Ordeal

Mikel John Obi Part 2: How Do You Stop Messi? Champions League Glory & His Father’s Double Kidnapping Ordeal

The Rest Is Football
Aug 8, 2025 46 min
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“If you’re left one on one with Messi, you’re dead”. Mikel Jon Obi reveals what it was like to play against that incredible Barcelona team and a prime Lionel Messi, how Chelsea won that incredible Champions League in 2012, and Mikel explains the horrifying moment his Father was kidknapped… twice! Join THE PLAYERS LOUNGE, the official fantasy football club of The Rest Is Football. It’s time to take on Gary, Alan and Micah for monthly prizes  As a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table. Join THE PLAYERS LOUNGE here: therestisfootball.com  For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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