Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Emenike returns after a four-month injury layoff

The Afcon highest goal scorer is back playing in the league for his Russian club. Emmanuel Emenikeis back playing in the Russian league. The Nigerian came on for Spartak Moscow in the 66th minute to replace Yura Movsisyan on Tuesday evening on the opening day of the Russia Premier League at the Stadion Metallurg home of Krylya Sovetov.

Emenike had been out with two injury spells but showed that his rehabilitation was complete by coming on to help his side claim an opening day 2-1 victory over Sovetov.

Emenike last played in the league in an April 28 encounter against Anzhi Makhachkala. The Highest goal scorer at the Nations Cup with four goals scored five league goals in 16 league appearances last season.

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