Update: Match Halted Amid Controversy as Enyimba FC Fans Protest Last-minute Penalty Awarded to Enugu Rangers (Video) | #NwokeukwuMascot

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NPFL 24: Enyimba and Rangers Release Lineups For Oriental Derby | #NwokeukwuMascot

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Both teams square off in the Oriental Derby, which is a title decider, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu State this evening.


Rangers have named their lineup for the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) game against Enyimba in Enugu. 


Both teams square off in the Oriental Derby, which is a title decider, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu State this evening.


Ani Ozoemena remains in goal for Enyimba while Alade Balogun, Eze Ekwutoziam, Chijioke Mbaoma, Daniel Daga,  Pascal Eze, and Ikenna Cooper made the starting lineup for Enyimba.


Others are Chibuike Nwaiwu, Imo Obot, Ekene Awazie and Uwana Asuquo.

Rangers’ starting berth for the game includes the following:


Reports coming from the Enugu city has it that Traffic congestion is intensifying on the streets of Enugu in anticipation of the Oriental Derby between Rangers and Enyimba.

Photos and videos coming from the stadium shows a full stadium with dominating beautiful colours of red, white; of the home team, Rangers FC.



Watch video from inside “Cathedral Stadium Enugu” below πŸ‘‡πŸ½ 





Update: Match Halted Amid Controversy as Enyimba FC Fans Protest Last-minute Penalty Awarded to Enugu Rangers | #NwokeukwuMascot


Cathedral Stadium, Enugu state  — The highly anticipated match between Enugu Rangers and Enyimba FC took an unexpected turn when Enyimba fans staged a protest following a contentious penalty decision in the final minutes of the game. The awarded penalty gave Enugu Rangers a crucial late-minute lead, sparking outrage both on and off the field.


Watch video of the protest below πŸ‘‡πŸ½ 




The controversy began in the added time of the match. Despite initially allocating only five minutes of extra time, the referee allowed play to continue for an unprecedented 115 minutes. This extension raised suspicions among Enyimba supporters, who felt the referee was providing Enugu Rangers with additional opportunities to score. When Rangers failed to capitalize, the referee's decision to award a penalty was perceived as highly dubious.



In response to the penalty, Enyimba players exited the field in protest, supported by their fans who vociferously demonstrated against the perceived injustice. The match was subsequently suspended as officials awaited the return of the Enyimba players. The atmosphere was charged, with comparisons being drawn to the electoral malpractices often alleged in Nigerian politics, suggesting a deep-rooted issue of corruption within the sport.




This incident highlights concerns about the integrity of football officiating in Nigeria. The parallels drawn between the match's handling and the rigging tactics seen in elections point to a broader societal issue. Fans and analysts alike are calling for a thorough investigation into the match's officiating and a reevaluation of the mechanisms in place to ensure fairness in Nigerian football.


The football community eagerly awaits the resolution of this match and the potential repercussions for the officiating team. Enyimba's return to the field remains uncertain, as does the final outcome of the game. This event underscores the urgent need for transparency and accountability in sports governance to restore faith among fans and players.


As the situation develops, further updates will be provided. For now, the suspension of the match serves as a stark reminder of the challenges facing Nigerian football and the necessity for reform to prevent such controversies in the future.

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