Rangers petition CAF over incidents in Abeokuta

NPFL champions Rangers International have petitioned the Confederation of African Football (CAF over incidents involving visiting supporters during and after their CAF Champions League fixture against MC Alger at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta on Sunday, October 18, 2026.

In a statement issued on Monday, October 19, the Enugu-based club raised concerns over the reported destruction of a stadium entrance gate, unauthorised entry without payment of gate fees, vandalism of stadium seats and other acts of disorder.

In its petition, Rangers called for urgent intervention by CAF, including consideration of appropriate precautionary measures ahead of the second-leg fixture scheduled for Friday, October 23, 2026, in Algiers, Algeria.

The club reiterated its commitment to fair play, respect for football regulations and the safety of players, officials, supporters and other stakeholders. It also expressed confidence in CAF’s established processes for addressing the matter.

Rangers, however, thanked their supporters for their continued loyalty, urging everyone to remain calm, disciplined and focused as the team prepares for the return leg.

The Flying Antelopes secured a 2-0 victory over MC Alger in the first leg despite being reduced to 10 men, scoring two late goals to take a commanding advantage into the return fixture.