Super eagles captain John Mikel Obi is making progress after his return from injury to help his club escape relegation in the league. Naijasportsplanet reports.
With two matches before the end of the current season, Mikel and his teammates heaved a sigh of relief after their 2-0 win against Beijing Guoan at Tianjin Olympic Center Stadium on Sunday.
The Tianjin Tigers had looked destined for the drop at the beginning of June no thanks to their shambolic run of form at the start of the season, especially during Mikel’s absence.
Mikel who was out with an injury since, stepped up to inspire his side to a run of four consecutive wins which helped the club clear out from relegation waters, netting once and playing a crucial role in eleven games.
Tianjin Teda are 13th on the 16-team table with 28 points accumulated, nine more than Yanbian, who occupy the second and final relegation spot.
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