Rangers ask CAF for urgent safeguards before Mouloudia Algiers return

Rangers International have submitted a formal complaint to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) about supporter incidents during and after their CAF Champions League second preliminary round first-leg victory over Mouloudia Club of Algiers.

The Nigerian side won 2-0 at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta on Sunday 18 October 2026, but said it had raised concerns with CAF over events at the venue.

Rangers have called for urgent intervention from the continental governing body and asked it to consider appropriate preventative measures before the second leg in Algeria.

In a statement, Rangers International Football Club said: “The club has submitted a formal complaint to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following the supporters’ incident during and after the CAF Champions League match against Mouloudia Club of Algiers at the MKO Abiola Stadium, Abeokuta, on Sunday 18 October 2026.”

The club added: “Rangers raised concerns over reports of the destruction of the stadium entrance gate, unauthorised entry without payment, vandalism of stadium seats and other acts of disorder.”

The statement continued: “Rangers call for urgent intervention from the Confederation of African Football, including consideration of appropriate preventative measures before the second-leg match.”

The Nigerian club also reiterated its commitment to sporting conduct and safety.

“Rangers International Football Club remains committed to fair play, respect for football regulations and the safety of players, officials, supporters and all stakeholders,” it said.

“We trust the procedures followed by the Confederation of African Football and await its response.”

Rangers also thanked their supporters for their continued loyalty and urged everyone to remain calm, disciplined and focused as preparations continue for the return fixture.

The second leg is scheduled to take place in Algeria on Friday 23 October.

Mouloudia Club of Algiers were reduced to 10 players in the first leg when Oussama Benhaoua was sent off in the 51st minute.