Rangers International F.C., fondly known as the ‘Flying Antelopes,’ are gearing up for a crucial match day 21 fixture against Doma United F.C of Gombe in the NPFL 2023/2024 season.
Scheduled for Saturday, February 24, 2024, the encounter at Pantami Stadium, Gombe, presents Rangers with an opportunity to secure their maiden away win.
Following a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Akwa United in the first match of the second round, Coach Fidelis Ilechukwu’s squad is determined to build on this momentum and improve their standing in the league.
The team has bolstered its ranks with six fresh talents, including debutant Zulkifilu Muhammad, adding depth and versatility to the lineup.
Despite facing the challenge of injuries and suspensions, with key players like Kalu Nweke and Austin Onyemaechi sidelined, Rangers remains confident in their ability to secure a positive result.
Coach Ilechukwu has full faith in the capabilities of his replacements, such as Philip Clement, Kazeem Ogunleye, and Naziru Auwalu, to step up and deliver on the field.
With Rangers boasting one of the league’s best-attacking records, having scored twenty-seven goals so far, they aim to capitalize on their offensive prowess against Doma United.
However, they anticipate a tough challenge from the home side, led by captain Haruna Aliyu and goalkeeper Kingdom Osayi.
In anticipation of the fixture, Rangers captain Chukwudi Nwaodu expressed the team’s determination to secure maximum points, emphasizing their respect for Doma United while affirming their commitment to achieving their set targets for the season.
As the ‘Flying Antelopes’ prepare to take flight in Gombe, the stage is set for an exhilarating encounter as both teams vie for supremacy in the NPFL.
