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Jermain Defoe tucks into nutritious meal ahead of huge Premier League relegation clash with Middlesbrough

Jermain Defoe has given fans a glimpse at the secret behind his success, posting a picture of his nutritious meal to Instagram.

The Sunderland star, who has scored 14 goals in the league this season, sat down for a healthy dinner as he continued preparations for a huge match on Wednesday night.

The Black Cats head to the Riverside for a relegation clash with Middlesbrough as their Premier League status hangs firmly in the balance.

Jermain Defoe shared a picture of his nutritious meal in the build-up to the Middlesbrough tie
Jermain Defoe shared a picture of his nutritious meal in the build-up to the Middlesbrough tie
Sunderland face Middlesbrough on Wednesday with Defoe likely to lead the Black Cats' line
Sunderland face Middlesbrough on Wednesday with Defoe likely to lead the Black Cats' line

Sunderland are currently bottom of the league, 12 points from safety, and Defoe will need to be at the top of his game if his side are to get anything from the match.