Rangers head coach, Fidelis Ilechukwu, can’t hide his frustration following his side’s elimination from the President Federation Cup. The Flying Antelopes lost 6-5 on penalties to Kano Pillars in the Round of 64. The defeat ended Rangers’ ambition of winning the double this season. The Coal City club will now shift their attention to the […]
Ilechukwu backs Finidi to succeed with Super Eagles
Rangers technical adviser, Fidelis Ilechukwu, has rallied support for the newly appointed Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George. Ilechukwu said that Finidi’s success will enhance the reputation of local coaches. The young tactician further reckoned that the appointment is a further testament of indigenous coaches ability to tinker the Super Eagles. The former MFM coach […]
Ilechukwu excited as Rangers silence boastful Plateau United
Rangers technical adviser Fidelis Ilechukwu has expressed satisfaction with the team’s 2-0 win over Plateau United. Okorie Chidozie and veteran forward Godwin Obaje were on target for the Flying Antelope in the game. Ilechukwu believed that his team’s adequate preparation was responsible for the victory. “I think it was a great one for us,” Ilechukwu […]
Ilechukwu provides reason for Rangers’ defeat against Plateau United
Rangers technical adviser Fidelis Ilechukwu has provided reasons for his team’s defeat to Rivers United. Ilechukwu posited that defensive lapses cost his team a positive result from the game. The Flying Antelopes suffered a 2-0 defeat to Rivers United in Port Harcourt. Alex Oyowah and Deputy Echeta were on target for the home team. “We […]
Ilechukwu reflects on Rangers’ oriental derby win against Abia Warriors
Rangers head coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has reflected on the team’s hard-earned victory against Abia Warriors. The Flying Antelopes won the entertaining oriental derby contest 3-2. The seven-time Nigeria Premier Football League champions maintained top position on the log following the win. The Coal City club have garnered 54 points from 30 games. “It was a […]
Rangers coach Ilechukwu seeks return to winning ways in oriental derby
Rangers head coach, Fidelis Ilechukwu, says it is important for his team to return to winning ways again following their defeat to Katsina United last week. The Flying Antelopes’ 10-game unbeaten streak was halted by Katsina United. The Coal City club will face Abia Warriors in their next game at the Nnamdi Azikwe Stadium, Enugu […]
Ilechukwu unhappy with Rangers defeat against Katsina United
Rangers technical adviser, Fidelis Ilechukwu has branded his team’s performance in their 4-3 defeat to Katsina United as “not acceptable”. Ilechukwu expressed his dissatisfaction over the goals conceded by his team. The defeat ends the Flying Antelopes 10 games unbeaten run in the Nigeria Premier Football League. He, however, promised to work on the lapses […]
Suleiman, Ilechukwu win NPFL Player, Coach of the Month award for March
Akwa United forward, Sani Suleiman has won the Nigeria Premier Football League Player of the Month award for March. Suleiman scored five goals in the month to increase his tally to six. The striker only joined Akwa United during the mid-season transfer window. He beat Christian Pyagbara, Nenrot Silas, Adams Olamilekan, Godwin Obaje and Ejike […]
Ilechukwu claims Rangers won’t relent in NPFL title fight
Rangers head coach, Fidelis Ilechukwu has said it is important for the team to keep working hard as they continue their hunt for the Nigeria Premier Football League title. The Flying Antelopes moved to the summit of the NPFL for the first time this season following a 2-1 win at Heartland on Sunday. Ilechukwu claimed […]
Ilechukwu wants to extend Rangers unbeaten run with victory over Heartland
Rangers technical adviser, Fidelis Ilechukwu, is keen to extend his side’s unbeaten run in the Nigeria Premier Football League. The Coal City outfit are currently on an eight-game unbeaten run in the NPFL. Ilechukwu revealed that his team has adequately prepared for victory in the game. He is also delighted with the venue of the […]