Enugu Rangers Edge Sagrada Esperança with Narrow Victory in CAF Champions League

In a tense encounter at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu Rangers secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Sagrada Esperança in the first leg of the CAF Champions League 2nd preliminary round. 

The decisive moment came in the 78th minute when Kazeem Ogunleye, coming off the bench, struck the only goal of the match. His well-placed shot ensured that the Flying Antelopes head into the second leg with a slim but significant advantage.

Despite the close scoreline, Rangers Intl showcased their resilience and determination, setting the stage for a potentially thrilling return leg in Angola. Sagrada Esperança will need to overturn this narrow deficit when they host the second leg if they are to progress to the next round.

The 1-0 scoreline reflects a hard-fought battle, with both teams demonstrating tactical discipline and defensive solidity. As the competition heats up, all eyes will be on the second leg to see if Rangers can maintain their slender lead or if Sagrada will stage a comeback.