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Manchester City legend Yaya Toure was the guest on Super Eagles icon Mikel Obi’s latest podcast where he made the stunning admission that he should have won the Player of the Year award.
In an honest revelation on John Mikel Obi’s ObiOne podcast, Manchester City legend Yaya Toure confessed that the Super Eagles icon was the rightful winner of the 2013 CAF African Player of the Year award.
The Ivorian, who claimed the prestigious honour that year, admitted Mikel was unfairly overlooked, reigniting a debate that has simmered for over a decade.
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Pulse Sports Nigeria reported two years ago that the Nigerian legend jokingly asked Toure to “mail” him the award as an act of justice.
During the podcast, Mikel revisited the issue, questioning Toure about the events leading up to the ceremony.
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“Were you told you were going to win it before you came? Because I was told the same,” Mikel said, suggesting organisers may have misled both players to ensure their attendance.
Toure’s response was heartfelt. “You deserve it, Obi, to be honest,” he said, praising Mikel’s instrumental role in Nigeria’s 2013 AFCON triumph and his stellar Premier League season.
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“The season was perfect… you were instrumental,” Toure added before he clarified he wasn’t informed of his win beforehand and believed Mikel’s contributions warranted the award.
Toure also reflected on the broader issue of African football unity, noting that attendance at such events is crucial for promoting the continent’s stars, unlike European awards, where support is more consistent.
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“The thing is, I’ve been told nothing. And I said ‘Obi deserved it’. If it were me or him, it would be fine,” he stated.
“But me attending, that was the question. If we are not going there, who’s going to support? We have seen the Europeans supporting their own cause, we Africans want to do that, but we have to make sure that the Africans, as well - CAF, nations, go together as well.”
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The admission has sparked widespread discussion among fans, with many lauding Toure’s humility and Mikel’s persistence.
The 2013 award may remain in Toure’s cabinet, but his confession has vindicated Mikel’s long-standing claim, cementing the Nigerian’s legacy as one of Africa’s football greats.
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