Retirement from football hasn’t kept Mikel Obi off the pitch, just changed where he stands. The Chelsea and Super Eagles icon is stepping onto a new global stage as a pundit with DAZN for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. He joins an all-star commentary team alongside Ronaldo, bridging his on-field experience with media storytelling.
Mikel Obi’s move to DAZN signals not just career evolution but a growing Nigerian presence in global football media.
- Mikel Obi joins DAZN as a pundit for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
- The tournament will be hosted in the US from June 14 to July 13, 2025.
- His media journey includes a successful podcast and TV commentary appearances.
- The coverage team features global legends like Ronaldo and Sami Khedira.
- Nigerian voices continue gaining global recognition in football media and governance.
