As featured on NewsNow: Football news

Chelsea boss Mourinho delighted for Obi Mikel after shock goal

Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel hit a rare goal in victory over Fulham.

Nigeria midfielder Mikel found the net for the first time since January 2007 to make certain of victory.

Blues boss Jose Mourinho, who praised Mikel's all-round display, said: "It's good for him, good for us, good for his confidence.

"I think people enjoyed seeing John score a goal. The finish was good."

Video of the day:

About the author

Tribal Football Staff

×

Subscribe and go ad-free

For only $10 a year

  1. Go Ad-Free
  2. Faster site experience
  3. Support great writing
  4. Subscribe now
Launch Offer: 2 months free
×

Subscribe and go ad-free

For only $10 a year

Subscribe now
Launch Offer: 2 months free