Rangers Beat MC Alger 2-0 Despite Early Red Card in CAF Champions League Opener

Rangers International claimed a 2-0 win over Algeria’s MC Alger in the first leg of their CAF Champions League second preliminary-round tie in Abeokuta. Goalkeeper Lucky Jimoh was sent off in the 11th minute, leaving Rangers with 10 men. MC Alger were also reduced to 10 players early in the second half after Oussama Benhaoua received a red card. Kenneth Igboke converted a penalty in the 84th minute after Chimobi Igwilo was fouled in the box. James Emo added a second two minutes later following a swift counter-attack. The Nigerian champions take a two-goal advantage into the return leg as they pursue a place in the group stage.

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