Rangers International have strengthened their legacy in Nigerian football after a 2–1 victory over Ikorodu City. on Sunday secured the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) title.
The triumph at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena delivered Rangers’ ninth league crown, drawing them level with Enyimba as the most decorated sides in NPFL history.
The highly anticipated fixture lived up to its billing. Both teams entered the contest with everything on the line: Rangers needed a win to guarantee the title, while Ikorodu City were fighting to keep their continental hopes alive. The tension was clear from kickoff, and the intensity never dipped.
Rangers settled quickly and took control of the match. Their breakthrough arrived in the 30th minute, when captain Chidiebere Nwobodo produced a composed finish to give the visitors a deserved lead. The Flying Antelopes dictated the tempo for much of the first half and carried their advantage into the break.
The second half saw Rangers return with renewed purpose, pushing forward repeatedly and testing the Ikorodu City defence as they searched for a second goal. Their determination and discipline ensured they remained in command throughout the contest.
Head coach Fidelis Ilechukwu celebrated the achievement in unforgettable fashion, sprinting onto the pitch at full-time after guiding Rangers to yet another league crown. It marks his second NPFL title in three seasons, further cementing his reputation as one of the league’s standout managers.
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Rangers International close the campaign as worthy champions, a brilliant season, a historic triumph, and a moment that will be remembered for years to come.
