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Super Eagles legend Mikel Obi stuns with two incredible free kicks against a robot goalkeeper at a Champions League event, earning praise and comparisons to current stars.
Nigerian football icon and AFCON 2013 winner Mikel Obi recently wowed fans with a remarkable display of skill during a Champions League festival event.
A video shared by the official Champions League Instagram account captured the retired former Nigerian captain expertly scoring two stunning free kicks against a robotic goalkeeper, leaving the crowd and social media in awe.
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Mikel, who spent several successful years at Chelsea winning multiple titles, showed he still had it as he picked his spots with precision and confidence.
The atmosphere was filled with laughter and fun as Obi Mikel enjoyed himself, effortlessly striking the ball twice to score in quick succession.
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The Champions League’s social media team was visibly impressed, captioning the clip: “That is ridiculous, Mikel.”
The praise didn’t stop there, as comments flooded in, including from Mikel’s former Nigerian teammate Ogenyi Onazi, who enthusiastically shouted, “Skippo!”
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Fans also couldn’t contain their excitement after Mikel Obi’s stunning free kicks, with one saying, “The exact number of goals he scored at Chelsea in how many years!”
Admirers praised his on-field presence, noting, “He talks on the pitch. Not only on podcasts.”
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The feat of scoring against the robot goalkeeper multiple times left many amazed: “No one ever scored on that robot and this man did it 3 times IN A ROW.”
And the comparisons kept coming, with one fan boldly declaring, “Bro strikes better than Jackson.”
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Mikel Obi’s double strikes not only entertained fans but also sparked a lively debate about his enduring skill compared to current players.
The Nigerian legend’s display was a reminder of his quality and impact during his illustrious career, and it left fans excited about his continued involvement in football moments like these.
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