Rangers Int’l set for friendly against Blessed Stars Academy ahead of crucial CAF Champions League clash
Nigerian champions Rangers International FC are gearing up for their CAF Champions League preliminary round second-leg clash against US Zillimadjou with a friendly match against the high-flying Blessed Stars Academy of Uyo.
The friendly is scheduled to take place at the Uyo Township Stadium on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 7 am.
Rangers International, under the tutelage of Coach Fidelis Ilechukwu, secured a narrow 1-0 victory in the first leg against US Zillimadjou.
The team is keen to maintain their winning momentum and advance further in the competition. The return leg will be held at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Friday, August 23, 2024.
The friendly against Blessed Stars Academy is expected to provide Rangers International with a solid test as they fine-tune their strategies and build their form.
Blessed Stars Academy, renowned as one of the best football academies in the country, promises to offer a competitive match that will challenge and prepare Rangers for the crucial encounter on Friday.
The match will not only serve as preparation but also as an opportunity for Coach Ilechukwu to assess his squad’s readiness and make any necessary adjustments ahead of the high-stakes CAF Champions League fixture.