Rangers Triumph Over MC Alger 2-0 in CAF Champions League
Rangers achieved a 2-0 victory against MC Alger in the CAF Champions League, played at their temporary home in Abeokuta. The match saw goals from Kenneth Igboke and James Emo, with Igboke scoring from a penalty in the 82nd minute and Emo sealing the win with a counter-attack goal.
The match began with a setback for Rangers as goalkeeper Lucky Jimoh received a straight red card in the 13th minute for a foul outside the box. Despite being a man down, Rangers held their ground and finished the first half level.
MC Alger also faced a red card when Oussama Benhaoua was sent off for two bookings shortly after halftime. The victory places Rangers in a strong position to advance to the CAF Champions League group stage for the first time, with the second leg scheduled for the following week.
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