Claude Makélélé exclusive: Life at Chelsea, Real Madrid exit & Kanté’s genius

[@emmanuelewaana3653]

Makelele left for mikel, mikel left for matic, matic left for kante and kante left for caicedo..... rich history

[@neorenjie]

Kante was more of a box to box midfielder, like Essien and Ramires.

[@PjMasks-qu6bb]

​@@neorenjieyes bt he played as CDM for chelsea

[@deladekuza811]

Essien Mereiles Ramires Oscar

[@PjMasks-qu6bb]

​@@deladekuza811nah oscar is a CAM

[@andrijastojcic5695]

​@@neorenjiekante wasn't box to box he just had the energy to run like a box to box midfielder

[@MakeleleRole]

Before Busquets and Rodri, there lived a beast named Claude. Thanks for everything, king ❤

[@Wisdom-z17]

Get Rordi out of there

[@MisterO98]

The audacity to include put Rodri and Busi in the same sentence let alone think of adding Makelele is actually insane.

[@MakeleleRole]

@@MisterO98 Nobody is saying one is better over the other, fella. Busi could very well be the goat of DMs. Like it or not, Rodri is the most influential player in the PL currently, something that Mikel also alluded to in one of his earlier episodes

[@raulabc7]

What an honorary mention of the genius GUTI. Truly one of a kind. I learnt my football, skills, passing and vision from watching Guti. What a joy to watch. I learnt my finishing from Raul. What a genius finisher. Especially his lob technique. Wow. Mastered it. It took me years and years.

[@FraDiavolo-w9u]

That man was magical. Arguably the most beautiful final ball passer I've seen.

[@Thursdaynights]

You know you're goated when a position has been named after you

[@indrachaudhari7874]

Guys put Timestamps for our easy viewing choice.

[@theosantana7750]

Guys like comment so they can see

[@sammie3945]

Guti was a phenomenon! Don't know how he doesn't get spoken about. He's one of the most talented footballers ever!

[@Hikay-sx4hr]

Only the OG’s know Guti. What a player

[@FortuneCukee-j8p]

I like how mikel names eveyone but himself. Skippo, i have been a Chelsea fan since 2002,i watched you play. You have a similar play style to bousquets.

[@roryasrorri701]

Yeah. Great anchor-man. When he left, Jose gotta replaced him with both Matic and Kante.

[@umzizidz1111]

that guti shout was 😍.. one of the most underrated player ever!

[@el84oro]

he wasn't underrated. he was the epitome of inconsistency. he would play so amazing today, and you think hey let's start him the next game and the next game he'd be piss poor and even get a red card. he had amazing highlights, but you watch that team week in week out, he could be frustrating to watch

[@umzizidz1111]

@ Naah i couldnt disagree more.. i followed that team.. i was a huge Zidane fan.. he was underrated..

[@VMBSSS]

I’ve support my club since 94/95 season when we had Vinnie Jones, Denis Wise, to the current crop. John is making us all appreciate the club even more with these interview with legends and behind the scene interviews. Keep ‘em coming and flown John, we support you and your channel

[@DarkGodKwinz]

I started watching football from your very beginning at the world youth championship bro my bro was and is your biggest fan bro much love from your brother Darlington

[@Chikaezeh]

Bring on Salomon Kalou, the interview will be lightning because I think both Mikel and Kalou get along easily 😎

[@tcvibes493]

oga mikel.. you've truly outdone yourself sir. Thank you

[@Helena_01541]

What do you mean really?

[@chelseadiehard1]

I was young but Claude makelele was a midfield maestro

[@silewis9396]

Thanks for that

[@lilisiodossantos498]

Claude Makélélé one of the best number 6 of all time what a fantastic player...👌

[@RoyalBlue292]

The Best. You can't name anyone better.

[@MisterO98]

@@RoyalBlue292You know you’re joking.

[@Lord_OTD]

A player so good, an entire position on the football field is named after him. The Makelele Position changed football for the better.

[@Dkuba1741]

I am going to Start appreciating these roles more. Thank you everyone

[@ForestPantherGod]

37:50 That Guti shout out was top tier. Nice one Mikel.

[@OlawaleAdu]

Kudos to Mikel, Chris and the team❤❤. I waited too long to see another episode

[@ZachCooper88]

Could you get Bosingwa on the pod please? 🙏🏻 I want to hear the difference between Chelsea and Porto’s champions league campaign

[@patreekylumumba4867]

Carvalho aswell

[@GF95.]

Could also be asked why he felt the need to ruin the 2012 trophy lift getting in John Terry’s and Frank Lampards way 😂

[@ColoColo-l8m]

He doesnt speak english properly

[@TamunoTM]

Preferably Paolo Ferreira

[@Kingsleys_takes]

Makalele was stupendously underrated.

[@nosa2385]

No he weren’t, everyone rated him highly and rightfully so

[@jackwood107]

@@nosa2385At the time by the papers he was, all the ratings were low for him, only if it was a clear distinctive performance would he be rated highly, same with Busquets, the casual viewers won’t rate their roles, of course there were people singing his praises but overall he was very under appreciated by the casual viewer, I guess it’s the nature of a defensive position…

[@1gcm]

@@nosa2385He never got the recognition he deserves, he was always underrated even at Madrid.

[@Ninja_volleyball]

​@@1gcmтак вот, он специально ушёл из Мадрида, чтобы его заценили по достоинству😅 После его ухода, все поняли, чего стоил Макелеле.

[@kingskyflow7863]

I’m UTD fan but I always ❤️ Maka cuz he was maestro

[@essaarif1292]

Claude Makelele, what a player. One of my happiest days was the day he scored that penalty vs. Charlton.. Legend is an understatement when this man is mentioned.. Love you Sir Claude Makalele

[@rubiconazza]

Boys listen. It's incorrect to think we didn't appreciate your roles. All true Chelsea fans LOVE MAKELELE I have never ever forgotten his smile he does when steals a ball off the opponents. And same for Obi. Ppl like me have never forgotten what you two have done

[@Helena_01541]

Many football followers have for years now underrated that role, so they're not far from the truth. And both played in that position so they know by a mile more than you how looked down they've felt playing that position.

[@kb5509]

​@@Helena_01541he literally a position named after himself,and he was talked about constantly, both for changing the Premier League and for having been the most important player at Madrid. Where's the lack of appreciation? Footballers have egos, none of them think they're appreciated enough.

[@Helena_01541]

@kb5509 not you writing this SMH, how many times has a DM been appreciated enough for winning a match as compared to strikers and attacking midfielders when they're the engine room. Apart from Rodri now, Kante, and Yaya Toure in Africa, which DM won a personal award. Again, that role is highly underrated.

[@kofipapa2886]

I use to not like Mikel but when I look at his videos I get confused as to how great he was but never get recognized

[@chompsodanii4563]

Ngolo Kante is his ONLY EQUAL...,...Facts

[@anthonysinclair4114]

Correct!

[@leolion9535]

Great review/discussion

[@PjMasks-qu6bb]

0:03: 🎙️ Discussion with John Obi Mikel and Chris Mccardy, thanking sponsors Bet Winner for their support. 3:53: ⚽ Importance of prioritizing team over individual success in football career. 7:07: ⚽ Legendary footballer Claude Makélélé discusses his impact on Chelsea and Real Madrid, highlighting his defensive prowess. 11:19: 👥 Importance of team cohesion and communication in achieving success at Chelsea. 15:42: ⚽ The importance of a quiet and unnoticed position on the football field reflects Claude Makélélé's personality and leadership style. 20:16: ⚽ Importance of playing in a delicate position, learning from mistakes, and recognition from teammates. 24:43: ⚽ The importance of playing with heart and passion in football, as well as the simplicity of the game despite occasional complications. 29:20: ⚽ Analysis of N'Golo Kanté's impact on Chelsea and admiration for his talent and success. 33:28: ⚽ Challenges and differences in playing for the national team vs club, including pressure and competition levels. 38:25: 🎥 Discussion on the unique playing style and skills of a legendary football player. 42:30: 🏆 Claude Makélélé excelled in the Premier League despite his smaller size, adapting to the physicality through his intelligence and positioning. Recap by Tammy AI

[@ankitchauhancr7]

Inaccurate

[@kdoshiki2060]

Obi you are a FUCKING REAL ONE.. That Guti praise.. Ballers KNOW BALLERS.. I rated that from you.. Guti is an unspoken baller.. This was an absolute baller

[@mamudi91]

Sneijder en VdV also talk about how it was Guti who impressed them the most

[@silewis9396]

So basically you're talking about a baller

[@miraclegreat4343]

Thank you obi nice job❤

[@wandyclive04]

Madueke should hear the last bit...on How Makelele says many players don't have the love for the assist ..you don't see it any more

[@ashhromandinioo6438]

1) Claude Makelele 2) Ngolo Kanye 3) Michael Essien 4) John Obi Mikel

[@Kanjeee911]

If you had to add a 5th to your list. Who would you pick?

[@CrazyyyS]

​@@Kanjeee911if caicedo carries on then him

[@Mistwave7]

Essien or Kante is The best

[@shimmyya11]

@@Kanjeee911can’t forget General “Ramires”…he had legs that couldn’t tire and deceptive pace💯

[@Kanjeee911]

@@shimmyya11 I'll never forget that Chip at Camp Nou. It shocked me he had that skill. Probably my favourite Chelsea goal next to Essiens volley @ the Bridge against Barca

[@Olaitanjr20]

Good job obione podcasts I'll love to see Eva caniero and Drogba on this pod soon Thanks betwinner for the support, we say thank you. John obi Mikel my mentor, I love you❤❤

[@TheAlkebulanTrust]

Facts or real life facts?...it's good to FINALLY see the apprentice in Mikel interview the master in Makelele.

[@Helveticats]

Great stuff. Cold Palmer on the pod next? 🥶🥶🥶

[@Bikerz_rule]

He was the reason we didn't concede many in the first couple of years under Mourinho - legend!

[@edwinortega3492]

Gracias obi por la champions del 2012 💙 Leyenda nunca te olvidaré 🥹

[@RoyalBlue292]

The best DM for me until this day. Am sorry Rodri cannot lace this guy boots. Football has changed alot now. Makalele is 200ML in todays Market

[@amosmusembi495]

what a legend this are the signings we don't make anymore to guide the inexperienced guys

[@evangelistwilliamchukwunwu6905]

MAKELELE ! Baller extraordinaire.

[@dostanfrank3735]

Please obi try and invite Michael ballack and shavchenko

[@rigwatvchannel4458]

Makelele means noises in kiswahili he invited the way of playing and obi perfected it

[@sundaytimothy3814]

Nice job John!

[@jdreamerrr]

Makelele role, the one and only.

[@Jay-op4dv]

Good timing as Rodri a CDM player has won Ballon D'or

[@BHLjiljanka]

Obi bring Osimhen to Chelsea!!!

[@gregordrizzlewing7339]

Can’t beat French aura. May come across arrogant but it’s the best. Zizou titi petit kante maka

[@bennyzinyake4774]

Was great to see Makalele, thanks guys😅

[@AdilAlamoudi-jx4nl]

I can’t believe yous ain’t had Carvalho, P Ferreira, Tiago# Porto legends to Chelsea Legends! None of them required’ a settling in period’

[@ikennaihechere5685]

Good to see his face

[@MrGhanaboy16]

Makelele the goat!! We need an essien episode !!!

[@oladapoadenolasanusi]

Claude Makelele ❤

[@PythonAndy]

Makélélé 🥰🥰

[@akinluaolamide2381]

Pls bring Michael ballack☺️ to the podcast

[@haddingtoniangcp2464]

The man Ranieri called "the battery in my watch" and rightfully so. With Makelele covering the back four, we conceded less.

[@jackdiggs5364]

I could never understand how he used to win so many headers!😂 best holding midfielder i ever seen

[@jahwadey]

If Makelele was a Saiyan, he'd be Goku. Kante is Goku as a Super Saiyan.

[@sydneyigbokwe4362]

Makalele position what a man, a book should be written about him and this position, Caciedo should go watch him ,Mikel and Kante and become

[@kofipapa2886]

Why are people trying hard to forget the bull, the bison Michael Essien

[@fenner203]

I can’t wait to see Ivanovic on this podcast.

[@briankwak6831]

Makelele what a player!!!

[@CRios12732]

Kante interview maybe ? 😁

[@anthonyjoshua2467]

It's funny how U guys never talk about kante, that guy was really good.

[@israelosagie6122]

Did you listen to the podcast?

[@FATTY682]

​@@israelosagie6122I guess he didn't listen 👂 😂

[@seyieneituokiso904]

Try to bring ivanovic or Alex

[@lukesmith8967]

Master and apprentice

[@Ace-bu2nq]

Azpiliqueta is who we need next !!

[@fadydaaboul2201]

You should have asked him about his managerial experience I think he is or was a manager in Belgium

[@PjMasks-qu6bb]

The richest position in Chelsea history

[@fabianonosetale9268]

Obi it takes you time to upload videos at least let get premium content from you

[@Flexy_bee]

MAKALELE 💥💥

[@stefanromanescu724]

I think i was 12-13 when Claude left Real and still understood that is the end of an era, he was the last of the Galacticos, than Barcelona started tormenting Madrid for years until they regrouoed again, remember when Khedira played Calude's role.... What a joke of a player 😂😂

[@kirkir2297]

Such an intellectual player!

[@ramonolalla1]

Fernando Carlos Redondo ✌️

[@omarsarjo6204]

Respect maka

[@OkoroEdgar]

❤❤

[@noincemartins4507]

💙💙💙

[@mrrealityjobish5336]

We need Drogba next please

[@dayoofere8513]

Legend, You’re not going past Makelele in midfield trust me, coming from a United fan.

[@CKDDONKS]

💙🔵💙🔵🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@emekaobi3564]

I'm a Chelsea fan, but I always felt Mikel would've done better as a Manchester united player

[@gordontan6588]

When is King Drogba coming on?

[@Bangallyphodeh]

When is essien, ballack, eto'o, kalou and Drogba coming here

[@guilhermecevolani]

Kkk mano, essa dublagem BR é ouro demais

[@Blue_08]

Bring Essien one day

[@るるホープ]

37:42

[@AGleb12]

Wish you could talk more about tactical staff and less about nostalgic emotions((

[@emmaagbor9724]

Not to be a party pooper... But Oliseh was a holding midfielder that could score goals, so was Edgar Davids... Not saying Rodri isn't sensational, but maybe recency bias is giving him an edge... Just saying...

[@Ninja_volleyball]

Это надо показать Мостовому и Карпину😅

[@chelseadiehard1]

You mean , all these years that makelele player in England, he never got rid of his french accent?

[@mirache8313]

There is nothing wrong with someone speaking a language with his local accent. An accent is part of someone's identity. It should be embraced and

[@temmetemme1]

This interview was unfair, Maka should have done it in French. I wanted to hear more details.

[@Hikay-sx4hr]

Claude Makelele

[@albertotaboadabernardo]

La traducción al español es malísima

[@gerardonochie3408]

Makelele was much better than Rodri and Busquetes. However the real master was Real Madrid's Mahamadou Diarra

[@davids8392]

Bring ballack to talk about the semi's we robbed👻

[@chigozieinnocent9106]

I am surprised to hear how nad maka 's English is for someone thst has spent and still spends a lot of time in England.

[@ms7857]

Is this guy Jon’s handler?

[@illiaillia419]

The amount of ‘ohhhh’ and ‘pfffff’ sounds in this interview makes it virtually impossible to listen to

[@tobia.1281]

LINEAGE

[@nowbiodun]

The French accent is strong 😄, I could barely hear what Maka was saying.

[@chineduchristianonwukwe5754]

Number one

[@AdilAlamoudi-jx4nl]

Thank allah we didn’t get Osimhen

[@mustaphashisia6927]

Gimmie likes for Makelele