{
  "id": 14904111,
  "title": "CAF Champions League: Rangers urge fans to rally behind team ahead of MC Alger clash",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/caf-champions-league-rangers-urge-fans-to-rally-behind-team-ahead-of",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-16T07:37:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/16/caf-champions-league-rangers-urge-fans-to-rally-behind-team-ahead-of-mc-alger-clash/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Rangers International has appealed to their supporters to attend the match against MC Alger in the CAF Champions League second preliminary round first-leg tie. The fixture is set to take place on Sunday at the Moshood Abiola Sports Complex, with a scheduled kickoff time of 2pm Nigerian time. Amobi Ezeaku, the General Manager and Chief Executive Officer of the Flying Antelopes, has encouraged Nigerians to show their support for the team and provide the necessary encouragement to help them secure a good result. Ezeaku expressed his belief that a substantial fan turnout would uplift the team's morale and motivate the players to put on an outstanding performance ahead of the second leg in Algeria. He emphasized that this match is not just about football, but also represents the pride and aspirations of Enugu State and the nation on the continental stage. Rangers earned their position in the second preliminary round after defeating Benin Republic side Sobemap on penalties in the opening round. The Nigerian champions advanced 4-3 on penalties after both legs ended in a 2-2 aggregate draw, leading to a critical clash against MC Alger.",
  "summary": "Rangers International have called on their supporters to turn out in large numbers for their CAF Champions League second preliminary round first-leg encounter against Algerian giants, MC Alger. The match is scheduled for Sunday at the Moshood Abiola Sports Complex, with kick-off set for 2pm Nigerian time. The Flying Antelopes’ General Manager and Chief Executive […] CAF Champions League: Rangers…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}