Mikel Obi Pays Tribute to John Terry on His 44th Birthday

Nigerian football legend Mikel Obi has shared a special message to honor his former Chelsea teammate, John Terry, on his 44th birthday.

On his Instagram, Mikel posted a heartfelt tribute to Terry, celebrating his leadership and impact both on and off the field during their time together at Chelsea. In a short but meaningful message, Mikel described Terry as a “Captain, leader, legend,” praising the qualities that made him such a respected figure at the club. He ended the post with, “Happy birthday, John Terry,” showing his admiration for the former Chelsea captain.

Mikel and Terry were teammates at Chelsea for many years, winning several titles together, including the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League. Their strong partnership helped establish Chelsea as one of the top teams in English football.

Meanwhile, Mikel has also discussed the intense rivalry between Chelsea and Arsenal, remembering the fierce competition between managers Jose Mourinho and Arsène Wenger. Mikel shared on his podcast how Mourinho had a strong dislike for Arsenal players and even stopped his Chelsea players from shaking hands with them during matches.