Rangers earn first leg lead in Maseru

Nigeria’ reigning Aiteo Cup champions, Rangers International FC of Enugu, yesterday defeated Bantu FC 2-1 in the first leg, second round of Total Confederation Cup 2018/2019 match played at the 20,000 capacity Setsoto stadium, Maseru.

Bright Silas and Aguda Godwin were the scorers for the coach Olugbenga Ogunbote side who let in a late goal off the boot of 26 year old South African import, Lazola Jokojokwane.

Silas shot Rangers in front on 20 minutes connecting beautifully with a Chidera Eze’s inch perfect cross while Aguda increased the lead on 87 minutes with another Chidera’ assist to send the travelling delegation into wild jubilation.

However, a little loss of concentration from the backline of the seven-time Nigerian league champions allowed the host to half the deficit as Jokojokwane Lazola scored from a tight angle on 89 minutes.

Rangers’ gaffer, Olugbenga Ogunbote said after the encounter, “It was a great performance from my players but for the last minute loss of concentration. It will always get better. I believe that Bantu is not a bad side but we by the special grace of God we shall finish the job we have started here.”