Enugu: Rangers eliminated, leaving Nigeria out of CAF Champions League groups

Enugu Rangers were defeated 3-0 by MC Alger, wiping out their advantage from the first leg. The aggregate score finished 3-2, meaning the club exits the competition. With the loss, no Nigerian side will feature in the Champions League group phase.

What we know

• Rangers lost 3-0 to MC Alger in the second leg
• The tie ended 3-2 on aggregate in favour of MC Alger
• Nigeria now has no representative in the CAF Champions League group stage

Why it matters: Nigeria loses continental exposure and potential revenue from a club in the premier African competition.

Sources

1. CAF Champions League: Rangers out, so is Nigeria out of the groups? – Soccernet.ng, 24 Oct 2026
2. CAF Champions League: Rangers crash out after surrendering two-goal lead – The Eagle Online, 25 Oct 2026

Updates

• 25 Oct, 22:09 WAT – Summary updated with new reporting
• 25 Oct, 18:18 WAT – Story published – 2 outlets

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