In the wake of their triumphant victory in the Nigerian Premier Football League, Rangers International Football Club is holding a crucial Technical and Scouting Meeting today, Monday, June 17, 2014, at the Boardroom of their corporate office. The meeting is a strategic move in preparation for next season's CAF Champions League.
Yesterday, Sunday, June 16, 2014, Rangers secured their league title by defeating Bendel Insurance Football Club 2-0 in a thrilling match at Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu. The victory was witnessed by a crowd that included the Executive Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency Barr. Peter Mbah, the Deputy Governor, His Excellency Barr. Ifeanyi Ossai, the Speaker of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Uche Ugwu, and other dignitaries.
Governor Mbah expressed his delight at Rangers' victory, calling it a reenactment of Enugu's historical greatness. He praised the team's performance and reiterated his administration's commitment to sports development in the state.
"The government and the people of Enugu State are very excited. What we have witnessed here this evening is the reenactment of the greatness that Enugu is known for," Governor Mbah stated. "Part of what I said to the players before the match started was that they had the weight of history on their shoulders because they were walking the path where legends had walked, and it was incumbent on them to deliver. I’m so excited that this has happened."
He emphasized the importance of hard work and meticulous planning in achieving success, commending the players' efforts on the pitch. "Success requires painstaking planning and hard work. And that is essentially what you have seen here today," he added.
Governor Mbah also highlighted his administration's efforts in improving sports infrastructure. "Getting our pitch back in shape immediately we assumed office to enable Rangers to play their home matches here at The Cathedral was a huge motivation for the players," he noted. He assured the people of Enugu of continued investments in building and upgrading world-class sports facilities.
Inspired by the Governor's words of encouragement, Rangers International Football Club, led by CEO and General Manager Barr. Amobi Ezeaku, has wasted no time in gearing up for their continental campaign. The ongoing Technical and Scouting Meeting aims to strategize and ensure the club's preparedness for the challenges of the CAF Champions League.
Stay tuned for more updates on Rangers International Football Club's preparations and their journey in the CAF Champions League.
