Fans showed up, players didn't - Obi Mikel slams Arsenal stars for hiding from ball

Author: Don SilasPublished on: April 14, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Fans showed up, players didn't - Obi Mikel slams Arsenal stars for hiding from ball

Former Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel criticized Arsenal players for not showing up during the match against Bournemouth in the Premier League. He stated that the players were hiding from the ball, which contributed to their 2-0 defeat. Arsenal will now face Sporting CP in the Champions League quarter-finals.

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