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Rangers International FC vs Shooting Stars: Oldest Nigerian Football Rivalry Heats Up

Posted : 08 November 2025

The Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu, is set for fireworks as Rangers International FC welcome perennial rivals Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) in what remains arguably the oldest and fiercest rivalry in Nigerian club football.

 

For the seven-time league champions, Rangers, who have struggled for consistency this season, this clash is about more than just points. A victory would not only ease recent frustrations but also restore bragging rights over their Southwest nemesis.

 

Both sides enter Matchday 12 seeking to bounce back from disappointing results last weekend. Rangers were held to a goalless draw by El-Kanemi Warriors in Maiduguri, while the Oluyole Warriors let a late lead slip in a 1-1 draw against Katsina United at home.

 

Recent head-to-head encounters add further spice. Shooting Stars stunned the Enugu faithful last season when Ikouwem Utin scored a sensational long-range strike, proving they have what it takes to silence the Cathedral once again.

 

Form remains a concern for the Flying Antelopes, who are winless in their last three matches. Shooting Stars, meanwhile, are eager to regain momentum after their five-game unbeaten streak ended with a defeat to Wikki Tourists, followed by the Katsina draw.

 

With history, pride, and league positioning at stake, fans can expect a fiercely contested and emotion-charged encounter in this iconic Nigerian football rivalry.

 

Head-to-Head (Last 6 Matches)

  • Enugu Rangers 7 wins | Shooting Stars 7 wins | 6 draws
     

  • 25/05/2025: Shooting Stars 5-1 Enugu Rangers
     

  • 22/12/2024: Enugu Rangers 0-1 Shooting Stars
     

  • 12/06/2024: Shooting Stars 1-0 Enugu Rangers
     

  • 28/12/2023: Enugu Rangers 2-0 Shooting Stars
     

  • 28/12/2023: Enugu Rangers 2-0 Shooting Stars
     

  • 02/07/2022: Enugu Rangers 2-2 Shooting Star

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