NPFL: Rangers turn focus to Rivers United after CAF Champions League exit
Rangers International have shifted their focus to the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Matchday 11 fixture against Rivers United following their elimination from the CAF Champions League.
The Flying Antelopes bowed out of the continental competition after losing 3-2 on aggregate to Algerian outfit MC Alger.
With their continental campaign over, Fidelis Ilechukwu’s side will now turn their attention to domestic matters as they prepare to take on Rivers United at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt.
The Enugu-based club will be determined to bounce back from their disappointment and strengthen their position in the race for the NPFL title.
Rangers confirmed their focus on the upcoming encounter in a post on their official X handle, stating:
“Focus shifts to the next battle! ⚔️🔴⚪️
We travel to Port Harcourt to face Rivers United FC in our next NPFL fixture. The quest for those crucial three points continues. 🦅💪," Rangers wrote on their X handle.
Rivers United currently lead the NPFL standings with 17 points from 10 matches, while defending champions Rangers also have 17 points, with two games in hand.
NPFL: Rangers turn focus to Rivers United after CAF Champions League exit