Mikel Obi gives Eagles major boost with return in China
Super Eagles have received a major boost ahead of next month’s crucial World Cup qualifiers against Cameroon with the return of skipper Mikel Obi to full action after more than four months out due to injury.
The 30-year-old Mikel started today’s home game against Hebei CFFC.
Barring any unforeseen situation, the former Chelsea star will therefore be in the running to be picked on the squad for the World Cup qualifiers against Cameroon.
Nigeria host the African champions on September 1 in Uyo with the return leg in Yaounde three days later.
He has not played for Nigeria this year with his last game being the 3-1 home win over Algeria in November 2016.
His last league game before today was therefore on April 4 at home against Chongging Dangdai Lifan, which his club won 2-0.
However, in his absence Tianjin Teda have struggled big time and they are now second from bottom of the table with 15 points from 20 matches.
They have since demoted Nigeria striker Brown Ideye to their reserves.
