Ikorodu City Welcome Rangers in NPFL Clash at Onikan
Ikorodu City will be hoping to make home advantage count when they welcome defending champions Enugu Rangers to the Mobolaji Johnson Arena on Sunday, September 27, in an NPFL Matchday clash, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The encounter is scheduled to kick off at 3pm, with both teams looking to strengthen their position early in the season.
Rangers head into the fixture with momentum on their side after going unbeaten in their last four matches, recording three victories and one draw during that period.
The Enugu club returned to Onikan in midweek and secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Ranchers Bees, continuing their positive run ahead of Sunday's encounter.
Rangers also have a recent final-day victory over Ikorodu City to draw confidence from. The champions defeated the Lagos side 2-1 on the final day of last season to seal the title, with Chidiebere Nwobodo scoring both goals.
Ikorodu City, meanwhile, have endured a mixed run in their last four matches, recording one win, two draws and one defeat. The result leaves them 12th on the NPFL table with five points.
The Lagos side can take encouragement from their home record, having remained unbeaten on their own turf this season.
However, they will be looking to respond immediately after suffering a 2-1 defeat away to Bendel Insurance in their previous outing.
Sunday's meeting presents both teams with an opportunity to build momentum, with Ikorodu City seeking to protect their strong home record and Rangers aiming to maintain their unbeaten run.
With the two sides still finding their rhythm in the new campaign, the encounter at Onikan promises another competitive battle between the reigning champions and a determined home side.
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