In a significant development for football enthusiasts, the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) board has officially given Enugu Rangers the green light to return to their iconic home ground, the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium.
This move comes after the former champions had to relocate to Awka, Anambra State, due to the stadium’s previous declaration as unfit for NPFL matches during the 2022/23 season.
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Enugu Rangers took the initiative to refurbish and revamp their home turf, undertaking an extensive rehabilitation project.
The overhaul included crucial upgrades such as re-grassing the playing surface, modernizing the dressing rooms, and enhancing the spectator stands to meet the required standards for top-tier football matches.
The NPFL, having duly considered and inspected the improvements made, has officially rescinded the ban on Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium.
The approval was communicated to Rangers International through a correspondence signed by the Chief Operating Officer, Davidson Owumi.
According to the letter, the stadium is now fully sanctioned to host matches starting from MatchDay 16, marking a triumphant return for Enugu Rangers to their home turf.
In a twist of fate, the Flying Antelopes are set to host their traditional rivals, Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan, at the revered Coal City.
This announcement not only excites football enthusiasts but also holds special significance for the devoted fans of these two historic clubs.
The prospect of witnessing a clash between these titans at the iconic Cathedral promises to reignite the fervor and passion that has long defined the football culture in Nigeria.
With this development, football fans eagerly anticipate the resumption of matches at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, as the hallowed grounds prepare to welcome back the loyal supporters of one of the oldest and most revered football clubs in the country.
