Dieumerci Mbokani Returns to Action Ahead of 2015 AFCON
After being sidelined since August with a cruciate ligament injury, Dieumerci Mbokani made his return to the pitch on Thursday during a Europa League group stage match, contributing to his team’s win over Rio Ave. The Congolese striker came on for the final 20 minutes, continuing his gradual return to full match fitness after logging 8 minutes last weekend in a league fixture.
Mbokani, formerly of AS Monaco, had to watch from the sidelines as his teammates found the back of the net. However, his return is encouraging news, particularly for the DR Congo national team, who will be counting on his experience and finishing at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Equatorial Guinea.
With DR Congo already qualified, Mbokani’s presence adds firepower to a squad aiming to make a strong impact at the 2015 tournament. His recovery is timely — and fans will be hoping he can reach top form in time for the continental challenge.
