Enugu Rangers have emerged as winners of the 2023-24 Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL) title.
The Enugu team lifted the domestic title for the eighth time with one game to spare.
Flying Antelopes secured a 2-0 win over Bendel Insurance in Enugu on Sunday to secure top spot in the league.
Kenechukwu Agu gave Rangers the lead in the 33rd minute, while Chidiebere Nwobodo doubled the lead 25 minutes from time.
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Second-placed Remo Stars’ hopes of winning a first NPFL title were dashed following a 2-1 defeat to Sunshine Stars in Akure.
Third-placed Enyimba also faltered in the title race after succumbing to a 2-1 defeat against Sporting Lagos.
Sporting Lagos took the lead through Godwin Odibo in the 45th minute. Chijioke Mbaoma equalized for Enyimba from the penalty spot in the 73rd minute before Jonathan Alukwu scored the winner five minutes from time.
Meanwhile at the Umuahia Municipal Stadium, Abia Warriors recorded a 2-0 win over Akwa United.
Sunday Megwo bagged a brace for the home team.
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