Enugu Rangers have secured the 2023/24 Nigeria Premier Football League title with one game to spare, following a decisive 2-0 victory over Bendel Insurance in their final home game at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu, on Sunday.
This marks the Flying Antelopes’ eighth league title and their first since 2016.
The championship was confirmed not just by Rangers’ win but also by the defeats of their closest rivals, Remo Stars and Enyimba, in other match-day 37 fixtures. Remo Stars fell 2-1 to Sunshine Stars in Akure, while Enyimba was edged out 2-1 by relegation-threatened Sporting Lagos at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena.
Heading into the match-day 37 game with a two-point lead, Fidelis Ilechukwu’s squad took early control of their fate.
Kenechukwu Agu opened the scoring in the 33rd minute, and Chidiebere Nwobodo doubled the advantage in the 65th minute.
The title race nearly extended to the final day as Remo and Enyimba, initially trailing, managed to equalize in their respective games.
However, two late goals from their opponents dashed Remo’s hopes, ensuring Enugu Rangers’ triumph was secured.
This victory solidifies Enugu Rangers’ position as one of Nigeria’s most successful football clubs and brings a triumphant end to their season.
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