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Chinese Super League: Mikel’s Comeback, Ujah’s Impact, and Martins’ Struggles
In a riveting clash on Saturday, Super Eagles captain John Obi Mikel continued his return to action for Tianjin Teda, playing a full 90 minutes in a hard-fought 1-1 draw away to Liaoning Hongyun. The match featured an impressive display of talent, with Anthony Ujah representing the opposition.
Mikel’s appearance marked his second consecutive game after his return from a long-term injury and was his fifth league game of the season. Within just two minutes, Yang Cao gave Tianjin Teda the lead, setting the stage for an intense battle. However, Liaoning Hongyun’s Yanqiang Hu managed to secure a vital equalizer with just ten minutes left on the clock, leaving both teams to share the spoils.
Despite the hard-fought draw, Tianjin Teda continues to grapple with relegation concerns, currently occupying the 15th position with 16 points in the 16-team league table. On the other side, Liaoning Hongyun finds themselves teetering just one point above the drop, now in 14th place with 17 points in the standings.
Meanwhile, in another Chinese Super League encounter on the same day, the Nigerian striker Obafemi Martins took the field for Shanghai Shenhua, but his efforts were in vain as his team succumbed to a 3-0 defeat at home against Guangzhou Evergrande.
The match marked Martins’ 11th appearance of the season, and he remains a notable presence with seven goals to his name. However, Shanghai Shenhua’s struggles persist as they currently occupy the 11th spot with 24 points in the league.
As the Chinese Super League season unfolds, these Nigerian football stars’ performances will continue to capture the attention of fans and pundits alike.
