Rio Exclusive: Fergie Feuds, Scholes' Brilliance & Ten Hag's Future

Rio Exclusive: Fergie Feuds, Scholes' Brilliance & Ten Hag's Future | The Obi One Podcast Ep.10

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Welcome to Episode 10 of The Obi One Podcast, featuring the legendary Rio Ferdinand. This episode is a treasure trove for every football enthusiast, offering a deep dive into some of the most iconic moments and personal experiences of Rio's illustrious career at Man United and England.
👣 Journey through Rivalries and Triumphs:
Rio sheds light on the heated rivalry between Manchester United and Jose Mourinho's Chelsea, providing an insider's view of what made these clashes so electrifying. He also reminisces about the unforgettable 2008 UCL Final penalty win against Chelsea, adding a unique perspective to this historic moment.
⚔️ Inside the Mind of a Legend:
Listen as Rio candidly discusses the strikers who posed the greatest challenges to him, and delve into his thoughts on the never ending Gerrard, Lampard, and Scholes debate.
🌟 Leadership and Legacy:
Discover why Sir Alex Ferguson's leadership was unparalleled, including instances where Rio stood up to him. Ferdinand also reveals his admiration for Mourinho, admitting he would have loved to play under his management.
🔍 Era Comparisons and Future Views:
Rio provides a thoughtful analysis of the mentality shift from older to newer players, reflecting on his experiences with Ronaldo's elite mindset and the tactical mastery of Pep's Barcelona. He also discusses the Moyes era at Man United post-Ferguson.
🔮 Contemporary Football Insights:
Hear Rio's take on the Ivan Toney debate, why Arsenal could benefit from his skills, and his views on the Erik Ten Hag era at Manchester United. Plus, don't miss his famous live-air comment about Ole Gunnar Solskjær.
Join us for this unforgettable episode where Rio Ferdinand, with his unique blend of humor, honesty, and insight, takes us on a journey through the highs and lows of his storied career.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Kicking Off with Rio Ferdinand
5:55 - Rio Dives into United-Chelsea's Intense Mourinho Era Rivalry
8:51 - John Obi Mikel's Perspective on the United-Chelsea Clash
10:06 - Rio's Insight on Facing 'The African King' Didier Drogba
13:31 - Rio Reveals the Toughest Strikers He Faced
15:22 - The Genius of Sir Alex Ferguson
19:23 - When Rio Challenged Sir Alex Ferguson
27:46 - The One Player Sir Alex Never Scolded at United
29:27 - Rio Weighs In: Gerrard, Lampard, or Scholes?
31:55 - Unpacking the Epic 2008 Moscow Showdown
36:67 - Recalling United's UCL finals with Barça in '09 and '11
43:12 - Rio on Ronaldo's Rise to Greatness & the Ronaldo-Messi Debate
49:21 - Post-Ferguson Era: Rio's Experience under 'The Chosen One'
56:15 - Rio Reflects on His Toughest 8 Months in Football
59:40 - Rio's Advice to Ivan Tooney: Is He Arsenal's Next Big Hit?
1:02:55 - Analyzing the Current Man United Squad & Ten Hag's Road Ahead
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Пікірлер: 147

@philipboy9898 4 ай бұрын

Petition to bring Jay Jay Okocha for upcoming episode

@sasastojanov 4 ай бұрын

First we need hazard then we can go form there!!!! He's a must have plus with everyone else

@TheOluseyiM 4 ай бұрын

I want JayJay.

@sevans606 4 ай бұрын

Damien Duff and Arjen Robben too

@solaerogbogbo 4 ай бұрын

and Kanu!

@AbbaLang 4 ай бұрын

Jay Jay! So good they named him twice

@seunbanwo1828 4 ай бұрын

Every Nigerian, Utd and Chelsea fan should like and share. Let's get Mikel to rival Club Shay Shay's Katt Williams' podcast episode

@pradaflava 4 ай бұрын

That John Obi laugh 😂😂. It's infectious.

@TheAlkebulanTrust 4 ай бұрын

I'll never forget when Rio Ferdinand was once the most expensive defender. And absolutely worth it. Honestly like what he has been doing after his playing career. Helping the next generations.

@DeusNyika 4 ай бұрын

Worth every single penny

@siberianTiger639 4 ай бұрын

Yeah, he was the most expensive for quite a while, I can't remember now who broke his record.

@jaiswan2957 4 ай бұрын

@@siberianTiger639David Luiz broke the record going to PSG

@siberianTiger639 4 ай бұрын

@@jaiswan2957 in his case, big money doesn't mean high quality.

@Okdoakie 3 ай бұрын

if rio was worth the wat was it 30 mil back then what wud a fresh rio 2024 b worth

@warrengomez67 4 ай бұрын

Ferdinand one of the legends of the game

@henryandrews854 4 ай бұрын

Most def😂😂😂

@yusufaleshinloye6191 4 ай бұрын

Rio is such an intelligent Man. Maximum respect! Fiwagboye of Lagos! Yes he is actually a Lagos Chief

@ThatOneDude6009 4 ай бұрын

Rio spot on with his analysis on Gerrard, Scholes, and Lampard. Gerrard probably the best for big moments, Scholes the most naturally talented, and Lampard the most efficient.

@ionnicoara6657 4 ай бұрын

Lampard was great in big games. Also he has people to step up

@ThatOneDude6009 4 ай бұрын

@@ionnicoara6657 I agree but if you were to put the most neutral stance when comparing the three, think Rio was spot on. Every manager is picking peak Lampard

@Strafuzz 3 ай бұрын

I think it’s subjective, as I see Gerrard as the most naturally gifted all round player

@tq6892 4 ай бұрын

This pod is class. John Obi please talk about your experiences at Boro. The fans loved you and were gutted when you didnt sign on for another year.

@ibrahimdiallo1113 4 ай бұрын

Imagine if they get fergie on the podcast

@pfeventsorganiser 4 ай бұрын

I always respected Rio for what he did at Utd & England and was regarded as a tough competitor, JT for me was my Goat when it came to defenders though

@fallguy6445 4 ай бұрын

That Stoke dig by Mikel at 12:36. Brutal considering he played there 💀

@michaelbelieveubadigbo915 4 ай бұрын

messed up

@PjMasks-qu6bb 4 ай бұрын

Thank you John Obi mikel we just needed this Chelsea space

@ozzynodo.4656 4 ай бұрын

Mikel😂😂😂😂 that your laughter!!! 😭😭……. Can imagine you laughing at a teammate in the locker room 😂😂😂👍🏿🙌🏿🙏🏿👌🏿👌🏿

@haddingtoniangcp2464 4 ай бұрын

Worked at his book launching back in 2013 in Covent Garden,Rio. Nice guy. Very accommodating. Peckham's own.

@stretchystretch269 4 ай бұрын

Is it fair to say the podcast we never knew we needed

@edijalaufuoma5014 4 ай бұрын

This is so amazing. Just giving us 1st class content back to back.

@strictlyfootball7859 4 ай бұрын

Obi Mikel and his guest selection is top, really playing on the nostalgia of those classic Barclays days and getting on the great players involved and hearing stories is a great concept for a podcast theme

@wa1087 4 ай бұрын

I rarely comment on KZbin but this is one of the best podcasts (overall) that I listen to. I think the stories of specific experiences from the guests and from John, Chris’ top notch ability to moderate, John’s authenticity and laughter, etc etc it’s all great! Keep it up!

@joshuabradley816 4 ай бұрын

You should deffo try Rio’s podcast Vibe With Five when he interviews players it’s similarly as good for specific experiences with players fans have never seen before, like a behind the scenes from back in the day, mikels pod on his is also brilliant!

@Jay-gd5fi 4 ай бұрын

Another banging episode!! Keep them coming Obi! 🔥

@briantwj 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely love this episode. Big ups to Rio. One of my PL favourite defender. Keep the episodes coming!

@digitalbath84 4 ай бұрын

Big Rio, absolute colossus of a CB. England has produced some of the best no doubt, sterling career at Utd.

@rigwatvchannel4458 4 ай бұрын

Fantastic keep moving forward from Kenya we are watching

@shegstvshegstv 4 ай бұрын

Lovely watching and learning ❤

@MohsinKhan90s 4 ай бұрын

Both podcasts are 👌

@suntvkenya 3 ай бұрын

The show is on fire

@user-kl1xk9wn1b 4 ай бұрын

Hi Obi one, please interview everyclubs legend so to have broader view in football world. It was interesting today bro.

@warrenfamilyvalues3751 4 ай бұрын

This is the one

@OskarSsssssssssssssss-ui8pt 4 ай бұрын

Good watch lads

@josephjo149 4 ай бұрын

Amazing content

@theonewson1987 2 ай бұрын

Rio is quality man, great speaker of the game ⚽️

@chimereucheya5559 4 ай бұрын

1. .... naija here from Kaduna,Nigeria.

@ola...o1009 4 ай бұрын

Oh wow. Didier loved pressure 😅. It makes diamonds for sure

@francisigboabalu9447 4 ай бұрын

Obi Obi Obi ❤❤❤

@ItlsWhatltls 4 ай бұрын

I thought he’d be more humble but still really interesting to see another perspective of the game

@abukakarlawal102 4 ай бұрын

Nice show bro 👍

@javiermartinezrodriguez6760 4 ай бұрын

Never seen this podcast before, came here for Rio (big fan of his) but surely will be staying for next episodes, really enjoyed the interview 👍🏼👍🏼. I would like to ask about the other presenter's accent, where is it from? I'm from Latin America and I'm interested in learning about the different accents in English... it's waaay different from Rio's

@sajinmubarak8017 4 ай бұрын

One of many first subscribers here

@chriswealth5471 4 ай бұрын

To a hear a Nigerian in Jon Obi Mikel predicting Ngannou over AJ is overwhelming. I'm Nigerian but I also have Ngannou to win 👏👏 big love Obi one podcast ❤

@user-zp3qg2ss7u 4 ай бұрын

I cant believe you didn't ask him about Rio Joe Cole ripping him up at chelsea but Rio is top drawer respect is due sir salute 👏

@shogunvic9878 4 ай бұрын

OBI MIKEL DOESN’T MISS!!!! How long before Messi or Ronaldo is on the pod lol

@mugerwasircharles4752 4 ай бұрын

Rio one of the best defenders in EPL

@user-rv6rd6uq6s 4 ай бұрын

Love watching my legend u mk me love Chelsea

@Mumbler100 4 ай бұрын

John needs to bring more Super Eagles through! 🐦

@crud9439 4 ай бұрын

I’d love to know the reaction/impact the Terry/Ferdinand situation had on the Chelsea dressing room. Even as a Chelsea fan, everyone from Chelsea acts like it never happened. I don’t believe JT is a full on racist, but in the heat of the moment he said something crazy. That’s my take on it

@taylena1235 4 ай бұрын

If we got Jose after Fergie I believe we win the league if not at least challenge for it with that 2013 squad

@user-lh8mz2bg4q 4 ай бұрын

john obi take what i can mikel

@davidking9222 4 ай бұрын

Afcon Final - 11/02/2024 - Nigeria v Ivory Coast. 3 1/2 days to make the call. The Obi One Podcast we want, between Chelsea's African Kings. (Followed up with a chat with the Bison obviously).

@michaelb1348 4 ай бұрын

This notion that Messi was just chilling and didn’t care about the Ronaldo rivalry is such bollocks

@westynufc90 3 ай бұрын

This comment sounds something like a Ronaldo fan would say

@Kaz9jaFlag 4 ай бұрын

This show only gonna see growth with these magnitude of greats being interviewed

@taylena1235 4 ай бұрын

Hope we can get Eden hazard in this pod him and Rooney were the two best player to watch in premier League for me

@johnathankonandreas6074 2 ай бұрын

I always wanted former Chelsea teammates to talk about the John Terry - Anton Ferdinand racism row. Rio brought it up but Mikel didn't talk about it. I have never seen any former black Cheslea players (notably Drogba, Essien, Mikel, Cole) ever comment on it. And Ashley Cole was right there.

@scotthiggins1687 4 ай бұрын

Rio may not have felt Drogba's presence but big Vidic did....and people say Vidic was arguably top 10 prem defenders of all time

@chriswealth5471 4 ай бұрын

Rio is very funny and interesting 😂😂😂😂😂😅😅😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣😂

@muhtasim1002 4 ай бұрын

Would love to see Drogba or Hazard on the podcast.

@sergiolopes5620 3 ай бұрын

You know... A good Ex-Chelsea player that would work well with the Brazilian audience would be Pato. (you could go for more obvious, Luiz, Oscar Ramires, but Pato was the ultimate wonderkid that peaked at 22 and had a whole history in Brazil afterwards) PATO PLEASE :)

@taylena1235 4 ай бұрын

Rio is the best centre back ever in the premier league no doubt about that

@fenner203 4 ай бұрын

Bro There’s Ricardo Calvaho, JT, Ivanovic, there’s even Vidic, there’s even Van Dyke, these guys are also good oo. So your statement is questionable 😊

@user-ou9mg7un7s 4 ай бұрын

Social Media has changed since those DAYS!!!

@chefvictor388 2 ай бұрын

Rio fadinand AKA in kenya "maunga: that was his nickname meaning person always in drugs (in positive way though) his tackle and his fellow mad man vidic

@diogomachado1969 4 ай бұрын

to tell the truth i never quite understood the question of Gerrard, Scholes, and Lampard. if a team had all three they could def play in the same midfield, so comparing 3 players with so diferent skill sets becouse they play mid is insane to me.

@user-zm9xf7mo4p 4 ай бұрын

Mate imagine Ronaldinho in that united squad my worddd

@kb5509 4 ай бұрын

Would've had no Ronaldo if he was. Think they got the better deal.

@user-zm9xf7mo4p 4 ай бұрын

@@kb5509 Ofcourse, Would've been amazing seeing Dinho in the premier League though

@mrbassey2434 4 ай бұрын

Mikel the game changer, I know that one day you will bring Mesi and Rinaldo in your show

@abiodunikupitioluwafemi1325 4 ай бұрын

Never gonna happen because they don't speak English

@stinga_ 3 ай бұрын

Ronaldo does but not messi

@stinga_ 3 ай бұрын

@abiodunikupitioluwafemi1325 never say never . Tucker carlson interviewed putin and Ronaldo does speak English

@Marwan887 4 ай бұрын

Next Ashley Cole please!

@shamipjoshi7912 4 ай бұрын

Bring petr cech next

@JuvaniMupene 4 ай бұрын

Get Evra on this please

@jayp123 4 ай бұрын

When’s Drogba coming?

@hulktechnique_11 4 ай бұрын

Where Drogba video??????????

@chefvictor388 2 ай бұрын

Bring in Michael ballack

@stevelinnen4971 4 ай бұрын

Imagine the team if he stayed at West Ham with lampard , j Cole , carrick, dicanio , j terry , g Johnson etc etc

@kb5509 4 ай бұрын

Rio, Cole, Lampard, Carrick, Johnson, Defoe. Not only was it half a great team, but the 4 after Rio that left after relegation were sold for an absolute pittance.

@emilinegao613 4 ай бұрын

Terry never at West Ham

@Hoh0s 3 ай бұрын

bring the man didierrr drogggbaaaaaa

@michealhamukwaya6113 2 ай бұрын

Obi Mikel is obsessed with CR7

@user-sx8oo7gv4p 4 ай бұрын

When eden hazard coming on

@salfetka 4 ай бұрын

In 2011 Berbatov was also top PL Goalscorer yet SAF played Hernandez with Rooney 😢

@Woze899 4 ай бұрын

Berbatov was a diva

@chefvictor388 2 ай бұрын

Vidic made rio successful

@upyerkilt9125 4 ай бұрын

Ten Hag hasn't been hear since 2013 so he hasnt used all that billion and its not Ten Hag that passes the money over for the transfers thats the people above him thats been there for at least 10 years, so what your saying doesn't make sense.

@chimezieobiwulu1347 4 ай бұрын

Mikel should have joined United

@uyetman501 4 ай бұрын

Finally a non Chelsea connection 😊

@therodian96 4 ай бұрын

Osimhem and Boniface?

@TrippyandDa 4 ай бұрын

On the BW football pitch on the wall, how come there’s 12 reds v 11 whites? Was Fergie the 12th man for Rio’s united?

@SA-ur7jt 4 ай бұрын

Bring Torres

@mothiur6718 3 ай бұрын

Ridiculous 😂. Goat: R9 and Pele Elite: Suarez, Henry, Aguero, Eto, Ibrahimovic, Benzema, Rooney, Drogba, Mbappe, Lewandowski World Class: Kane, Van Nistelrooy, Crespo, Raul, Van Persie, Haaland Good: Son, Tevez, Anelka, Torres Of course they played across different era with different challenges. Stats don't come into it as much because records are being broken all over the place. Giroud is currently the highest ever goalscorer for France, but we don't believe he was better than Henry. Life isn't as simple as numbers and trophies.

@thesealeynetwork 4 ай бұрын

🫡

@MM-sc9vg 4 ай бұрын

And now Jose has been sacked and arsenal are back on track so who's laughing now? 🤣🤣🤣

@BSMAG87 4 ай бұрын

Nah, Joe Cole was the one that bullied Rio ;)

@user-qx9fy8gu1w 4 ай бұрын

Really?

@TJ_1611 4 ай бұрын

Obi needs to stop laughing all the time for no reason, it interrupts the stories at times lol

@baldinib1055 4 ай бұрын

joe cole now ferdinand this podacast will soon be buried

@crud9439 4 ай бұрын

The correlation?

@mrfacts6860 4 ай бұрын

Funniest is they drum up Ronaldo s goal s knowing very well .Messi has a bettwr goal scoring record which is so ridiculous ..that' he has played 149 less games than him...

@woldiewege1850 4 ай бұрын

Rio, I thought you are a fair person, but not to mention the league leaders is unfair.