Enugu Rangers International FC on Sunday defeated visiting Remo Stars F.C. 4–1 in Week 29 of the Nigeria Premier Football League at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu State.

The Flying Antelopes dictated the tempo from kick-off, forcing the visitors deep into their half and thrilling home supporters with early attacking pressure.

Wing-back Kenneth Igboke opened scoring in the ninth minute, sending the home crowd into wild celebration.

Two minutes later, Chigozie Iwundu doubled the lead in the 11th minute, further electrifying the stadium.

Remo Stars responded late in the first half, as E. Kingue scored in added time to reduce the deficit before the interval.

After the restart, Remo searched for an equaliser, but Rangers struck again through Wisdom Ebirim in the 62nd minute to extend the lead to 3–1.

Igboke completed his brace in the 90th minute, sealing a commanding 4–1 victory and helping Rangers maintain second place with 50 points.

The win keeps Rangers firmly in contention for continental qualification next season.

Remo Stars coach, Usman Abdallah, said his side played well but were unfortunate to lose by such a margin.

He said, “We will keep fighting till the end; there is still time for us to make it, and I remain positive.”

Rangers’ stand-in coach, Ekene Kenedilichukwu, praised both teams and commended his players for their determination.

“Remo are NPFL champions and difficult opponents. I commend my boys for getting the job done. It is a sweet victory and I am happy,” he said. 

(NAN) 

BEN/KTO

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