MC Alger Fans Assault Coach, Vandalize Stadium After Loss

After MC Alger lost 2-0 to Enugu Rangers in the first leg of their CAF Champions League second-round qualifying tie on Sunday, angry supporters attacked the club’s assistant coach and vandalized facilities at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta. Over 400 fans reportedly destroyed seats in the covered stands following the final whistle.

The supporters pursued the Algerian team towards the tunnel, where one assistant coach was assaulted until Nigerian police officers intervened. The violence extended to the VVIP section, where former Super Eagles striker Victor Ikpeba was allegedly attacked while trying to greet members of the Algerian delegation.

Security operatives locked down the stadium to prevent further incidents. On the pitch, Rangers secured a crucial advantage with Kenneth Igboke scoring an 81st-minute penalty and James Emo adding a second goal.

The return leg is scheduled for October 23, and Rangers aim to avoid a historical upset from 1976 when they lost to MC Alger after winning the first leg.