Enugu Rangers have officially petitioned the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following incidents involving visiting supporters during and after their CAF Champions League fixture against MC Alger at the MKO Abiola Stadium, Abeokuta, on Sunday.
In a statement released on their official social media platforms on Monday, the NPFL club confirmed that they had raised concerns over several alleged acts of disorder, including the destruction of stadium property and unauthorised entry into the venue.
“Rangers International FC, Enugu, confirms that it has formally petitioned the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following incidents involving visiting supporters during and after our CAF Champions League fixture against MC Alger at the MKO Abiola Stadium, Abeokuta, on Sunday, 18 October 2026,” the statement read.
“The Club has raised concerns regarding the reported destruction of a stadium entrance gate, unauthorised entry without payment of gate fees, vandalisation of stadium seats and other acts of disorder.”
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The Flying Antelopes called on CAF to intervene ahead of the return leg in Algeria, with the club requesting precautionary measures to address the concerns raised in its petition.
“In its petition, Rangers has requested urgent intervention by CAF, including consideration of appropriate precautionary measures ahead of the return fixture scheduled for Friday, 23 October 2026, in Algiers.”
“Rangers International FC remains committed to fair play, respect for football regulations and the safety of players, officials, supporters and all stakeholders.”
“We have confidence in the established processes of CAF and await its response.”
“We thank our supporters for their continued loyalty and urge everyone to remain calm, disciplined and focused as the Club prepares for the return leg.”
Rangers secured a crucial 2-0 victory over MC Alger in the first leg of the CAF Champions League second-round qualifying tie, with two late goals settling the contest.
Kenneth Igboke broke the deadlock in the 87th minute before Emo James doubled the advantage in the 90th minute, handing the Nigerian side a valuable cushion ahead of the return fixture.
Rangers will now travel to Algiers for the second leg set for Friday, October 23, aiming to protect their two-goal advantage and secure qualification for the CAF Champions League group stage.
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