Rangers Int’l beat Enyimba again in 042 coal city international cup pre-season tournament

Share

Tweet

Share

Share

Email

Comments

Rangers Int’l of Enugu secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Southeastern rivals Enyimba at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu. Agu Kenechukwu’s 51st-minute strike proved to be the decisive goal, giving the reigning NPFL champions bragging rights in the highly anticipated encounter.

The match, which marked the opening of the 042 Coal City International Cup Pre-season Tournament, saw both teams showcase their skills in a fiercely contested battle.

Enugu Rangers coach Fidelis Ilechukwu praised his team’s resilience, stating, “It was a very good game and a difficult test for my boys, but we did well to contain our opponent and scored the only goal of the match.”

READ MORE: Fidelis Ilechukwu rates Enyimba FC after Rangers Int’l beat Elephants again

Ilechukwu acknowledged Enyimba’s impressive performance, admitting, “Enyimba showed great stuff, but we were very lucky to have won.” The Rangers coach emphasized the importance of the pre-season tournament, highlighting the team’s rebuilding process ahead of the CAF Champions League.

Enugu Rangers will face Sierra Leonian club F.C Kallon on August 4, 2024, in their next pre-season fixture. The match promises to be another exciting encounter, as Rangers continue to fine-tune their squad ahead of the new NPFL season.

The victory over Enyimba serves as a morale booster for Enugu Rangers, who are determined to defend their NPFL title. With their sights set on domestic and continental success, the team’s pre-season performances will be crucial in shaping their campaign.

In a post-match interview, Ilechukwu commended his players for their determination, saying, “We continue our rebuilding process leading up to the CAF Champions League, and I commend my boys for standing out tall in this preseason encounter.”

The NPFL season approaches and Enugu Rangers’ pre-season form suggests they will be a force to be reckoned with. Their victory over Enyimba sets the tone for an exciting season, and fans can expect thrilling matches from the reigning champions.