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Mikel Obi displays rare mental strength, knew of father’s kidnap before leading team out against Argentina

Mikel only got wind of the heartbreaking news while on the bus as the team travelled to St. Petersburg.

Enugu police rescue Mikel Obi’s father after second kidnap attempt

Pa Obi was, on June 29, kidnapped for the second time along Makurdi-Enugu road on his way back from Jos.

“No pressure, we’ll win against Iceland” – Eagles coach, Rohr

Rohr says the teams feels no pressure, and are focused on the task at hand.

WATCH: Mikel, Onazi dispel rumours of rift ahead of World Cup

The rumour has now been firmly put to bed by both players.

Ukrainian fan thanks Mikel Obi in emotional letter, says Chelsea player is “symbol” of Nigeria

A fan, all the way from Ukraine, penned a letter to the Nigeria Super Eagles captain and midfield marshal, stating how the Chelsea player had earned his love.

Photo: Mikel, Siasia receive N134 million donation from Japanese billionaire

It was initially alleged the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) tried hijacking the money.

Rio Olympics: “Chelsea win has inspired me more,” Mikel writes

Obviously Germany are a good team, but we haven’t been thinking too much about them.

Rio Olympics: Dangote, others missing as Japanese billionaire offers broke Nigeria mega-money rewards

Odd: Africa’s richest man is Nigerian. Nigeria is having money issues in Rio.

Siasia appoints Mikel captain of Olympic football team

Mikel Obi is also the captain of Team Nigeria to Rio 2016.

Rio 2016: Mikel Obi “overwhelmed” by appointment as Team Nigeria captain

Mikel: “This is the highest accolade you can ever have as a sportsman‎.”

WATCH: Kelechi Iheanacho’s first hat-trick for Manchester City

Kelechi Iheanacho is on the rise.