Enugu Rangers topped champions of NPFL for document ninth time

Rangers International F.C. etched their title extra into Nigerian football ancient past after defeating Ikorodu City F.C. 2-1 to claim a document-equalling ninth Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL title.

Captain Chidiebere Nwobodo scored once in each half to hand the Flying Antelopes a important victory and true the championship earlier than closest challengers Rivers United F.C..

The dwelling facet pulled one succor in the 58th minute by technique of substitute Moses Ali after Rangers goalkeeper Lucky Jimoh didn’t effectively contend with a lengthy-fluctuate effort.

Rangers performed the selling and marketing campaign high of the table with 68 points from 38 fits, compatible one point earlier than Rivers United, who ended their season with a 3-0 victory over Katsina United F.C..

The triumph marks coach Fidelis Ilechukwu’s 2nd league title with the Enugu-essentially based membership and sees Rangers equal the all-time NPFL championship document held by regional competitors Enyimba F.C..

Following their title success, Rangers will signify Nigeria in subsequent season’s CAF Champions League alongside runners-up Rivers United.

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