OGBONDA EXPRESSES OPTIMISM AHEAD OF RIVERS UNITED CLASH.

Evans Ogbonda is looking forward to the clash against table toppers Rivers United on Wednesday, 14th January 2026. He sees the match as an opportunity for the flying antelopes to get back to winning ways after suffering a controversial defeat in the reverse fixture last December.

Evans Ogbonda is looking forward to the clash against table toppers Rivers United on Wednesday, 14th January 2026. He sees the match as an opportunity for the flying antelopes to get back to winning ways after suffering a controversial defeat in the reverse fixture last December. For Ogbonda, the loss against the pride of Rivers did not dampen the spirit of the players, the boys are in high spirits and they are very optimistic that they will get a win when both sides trade tackles at the cathedral. "I am not happy that we lost the last game against Rivers United, we played well and created a lot of chances. It is heartbreaking that our goal was chalked off for unjustifiable reasons. Nonetheless, we are ready for the next game, we have worked hard in training and we are motivated to go on and win the game, I am very sure that we will bounce back" Ogbonda enjoined the fans to throw their weights behind the team as they are keen on winning every available title for the season. "To play in Rangers, you must have a winning mentality, it is a new year and our fans are expecting positive results, we will not fail them, all we want is their unwavering support and loyalty. By God's grace, we will challenge for every trophy this season." Evans Ogbonda has been an integral part of the current squad since joining in 2024, he is notable for his pace and ability to create goal scoring opportunities. The utility player has scored 7 goals in 43 appearances for the flying antelopes. Rangers currently sit sixth on the log and they hope to hit the ground running as they challenge for the ninth title.