A timeless football debate was reignited on the latest episode of the Obi One Podcast, as former Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel put former England striker Gary Lineker on the spot with one simple but impossible question: if you had to win a game, who would you choose Lionel Messi or Diego Maradona?.
The conversation instantly struck a chord with football fans worldwide, touching on greatness, longevity, and the fine margins that separate legends from immortals. Lineker, who faced Maradona during his playing days, approached the question with caution and deep respect for both icons.
Rather than offering a straight answer, the former England international broke down the debate through context - era, style of play, and the realities both players faced on and off the pitch.
