Nigerian clubs to host continental games in Abeokuta
Remo Stars and Kwara United have confirmed the MKO Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta as their home ground for the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup competitions, respectively, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The decision comes as both teams prepare to kick-start their continental campaigns this weekend.
Remo Stars will host US Zilimadjou of Comoros in the first leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary round tie at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena on Sunday, September 21, and the return leg is scheduled for Friday, September 26, at the same venue, with both matches set to start at 4 pm.
Kwara United will travel to Ghana to face Asante Kotoko in the first leg of their CAF Confederation Cup preliminary round tie on Sunday and will host the second leg at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena on Sunday, September 28, with kickoff at 4 pm.
The MKO Abiola Sports Arena was recently renovated and upgraded by the Ogun State Government, featuring modern amenities such as a basketball court, handball and tennis courts, and a 50-meter Olympic-size swimming pool.
By Olujimi Dare Ogun
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