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Rangers winger Evans Ogbonda says the team is ready to “bounce back” as they prepare to face league leaders Rivers United on Wednesday, January 14, in Enugu. Ogbonda described the fixture as a chance for the Flying Antelopes to reset their campaign after a controversial defeat to the Port Harcourt side in December. He said … [Read more…]
The management board and staff of Rangers International Football Club, have expressed unwavering support for the Super Eagles of Nigeria as they continue in their quest for the fourth AFCON title at the ongoing African Cup of Nations in Morocco. The Super Eagles squad led by Eric Chelle and other experienced gaffers including Fidelis Ilechukwu, … [Read more…]
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised the Nigerian authorities over the alleged non-payment of match allowances to the Super Eagles. He described the situation as a national embarrassment and an unnecessary distraction for the team. Obi, on his verified ‘X’ handle Wednesday night, expressed concern that at a time when Nigerians are … [Read more…]
Doris Ewoh, Enugu A foreign scouting team led by FIFA licensed agent, Mr. Philip Mbah, has visited Rangers FC of Enugu to assess young players for possible international signings. The scouting exercise, which commenced on Monday, January 5, 2025, and was held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu, was described as successful, with the visitors … [Read more…]
Nigeria produced one of their most complete performances at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Monday night, sweeping aside Mozambique 4–0 in their Round of 16 encounter at the Stade de Fès to book a place in the quarter-finals. The Super Eagles arrived in Fès in confident mood after a perfect group-stage campaign, and … [Read more…]
The Enugu football renaissance received another major boost at the weekend as Rangers International FC Under-19 team played a pivotal role in Nigeria’s triumph at the Pan-African G.O.A.T (Game On Afrika Tournament) in Accra, Ghana. Nigeria emerged champions after a tense 1–1 draw against hosts Ghana, before sealing victory 4–2 on penalties at the Madina … [Read more…]
The Federal Government has rewarded D’Tigress, Nigeria’s female basketball team, with Order of the Niger (OON) national honours, with each of the players getting $100,000 and a flat. Members of the Coach Rena Makama-led technical team also got $50,000 each. This was announced when President Bola Tinubu hosted the team on Monday evening following the … [Read more…]
Victor Osimhen’s meteoric rise in European football has taken another historic leap. After conquering Serie A with Napoli and finishing 8th in the 2023 Ballon d’Or rankings, the Super Eagles forward has now become the most expensive player in Turkish football history, sealing a €75 million transfer to Galatasaray. The 26-year-old had spent last season … [Read more…]
Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, has congratulated the Super Falcons of Nigeria on their 10th Women African Cup of Nations, WAFCON, title, saying that they demonstrated the resilience of the Nigerian spirit. The Super Falcons, who fell behind by two goals in the first half, staged a memorable comeback in Rabat in the … [Read more…]
President Bola Tinubu congratulates the Super Falcons of Nigeria on their victory at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, securing their record 10th continental title. President Tinubu says, “The Super Falcons’ spectacular performance tonight in Rabat, coming from behind to beat a spirited Moroccan side playing in front of a passionate home crowd, exemplifies … [Read more…]
Nigeria’s Super Falcons completed a dramatic comeback to defeat host nation Morocco 3-2 on Saturday night at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat, clinching a record-extending 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title. The final, attended by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and CAF President Patrice Motsepe, showcased the growing quality and intensity of African women’s … [Read more…]
President Bola Tinubu has urged the Super Falcons of Nigeria to “go for the tenth” as they prepare to face Morocco Saturday night in the final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Rabat, Morocco. In a heartfelt message released by the State House on Saturday, President Tinubu praised the team’s “awe-inspiring” … [Read more…]